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Bourgneuf 2020

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Tasting Notes

Bourgneuf has been on a roll for a number of vintages. The 2020 is another terrific showing from the Vayron family. A spine of fine tannins gives the 2020 its drive and overall sense of proportion. Black cherry, grilled herbs, menthol, licorice, chocolate and spice all open in the glass. The 2020 is a serious, rather somber Bourgneuf that is going to need at least a few years to be at its best. Tasted two times.

Score: 92 - 94

Antonio Galloni, Vinous.com Maturity: 2028 - 2040 01 June 2021

Rocking levels of ripe black fruits, smoked tobacco, chocolate, camphor, and spicy oak emerge from the 2020 Château Bourgneuf, and it's a medium to full-bodied, nicely textured, balanced Pomerol that comes in on the richer, more mouth-filling side of the vintage. It's going to benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age but is one sexy, pleasure-bent beauty I'd be happy to have in the cellar. My note finished with "love it."

Score: 93 - 95

Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com 25 May 2021

Inky plum colour, clear coffee grounds on the attack but this is also full of Pomerol richness, bitter chocolate shavings and damson plum fruit. You are definitely in a concentrated, knitted-down style here with plenty of muscle that delivers appellation signature. Tasted twice. Harvest September 14 to 25.

Score: 94

Jane Anson, Decanter.com Maturity: 2027-204 16 May 2021

85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, aged for 12–14 months in barriques (35% new). Deep crimson. Really fresh – much less obviously sweet and opulent than a typical Pomerol. Rich and lively. Nice wine even if not for very long ageing. Flattering without being too sweet. Smart, clean, medium finish.

Score: 16

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2025-2035 20 April 2021