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Wine Description
The Story
Château Bourgneuf is a family-owned estate in Pomerol producing a classic red wine that blends approximately 85% to 90% Merlot with 10% to 15% Cabernet Franc from a single 9-hectare vineyard. The vines (averaging 40 years of age) are planted on a unique mix of gravelly clay enhanced by a rich, iron-bearing subsoil (crasse de fer). The clay gives the wine its rich, fleshy depth, while the iron-rich subsoil contributes distinct mineral complexi...
Vintage 2000
Weather conditions / The 2000 vintage was proclaimed from the start as one of the best vintages of modern times. In the spring of 2003, I had many opportunities to find out if we really had a true dream vintage on our hands.
During the 2000 harvest, while doing a “personal inspection” in the vineyards, I noticed that something extraordinary was on the way. The grapes looked extremely healthy.
While the sorting table was rolling, I observ...
