Domaine Bousquet - 2018
Hedonistic wine from the great Domaine Bousquet made from 50% Malbec, 45% Syrah and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Extremely rich and full-bodied, yet wonderfully smooth.
Tupungato, the premium sub-region of Mendoza where Domaine Bousquet is located, has phenomenal climatic conditions. One of the key factors for a vineyard in Argentina is the altitude, and the Bousquet vines sit at 1,200 metres above sea level. This means the vines get the full benefit of the South American sun during the day, but the temperatures drop quickly at night, which maintains the acidity in the grapes, increases the aromatics, and prevents the fruit flavours from becoming too ‘jammy’.
90 Points – James Suckling (2017 vintage)
91 Points – Tim Atkin MW (2015 vintage)
93 Points – Tim Atkin MW (2018 vintage)
GeoffTheChef –
Best in Show!
I bought this after seeing it rated as ‘Best in Show’ in the Decanter Awards and it is one of the best wines I’ve ever had. Very full-bodied and rich.
YetAnotherDave –
As smooth as it gets
My preference for wine goes something like this:
1) Organic Red
2) South American
3) Malbec grape
I buy the above combination more often than not; preferring something hard hitting and full bodied to really get the senses going and it’s perfect for an evening drink (I don’t tend to pair wine with food – preferring a relaxing drink on its own). I’m not a sensory connoisseur, but if you also like these sort of wines then read on…..
I was (very kindly) gifted this Jean Bousquet blend, and I’ve now discovered that the blend makes a tough Malbec incredibly smooth and rounds the edges perfectly. I tasted this completely blind because my wife decided to open it without telling me, and I can guarantee that this stands head and shoulders above what I normally buy.
My new favourite and well worth the extra for a special occasion – such as days ending in “Y”.
tarny –
what a wine
Amazing stuff, very full-bodied but so smooth
klmsr –
Port-like
This is seriously rich and full-bodied, and very very good. Almost better after a meal, like a port.
Long Lens –
Epic
Big beautiful wine