2005
Saint Chinian

Chateau Bousquette

Certified Organic Grapes

Purchase 2005
Saint Chinian

Chateau Bousquette

The vineyards of Château Bousquette, a 50 acre family estate, drape over the craggy hillsides of a small town called Cessenon, only 30 miles inland from the Mediterranean in the South of France. "Bousquette" (pronounced boo-sket) in French means thicket or grove. The word aptly describes the property: a simple family estate nestled in pine trees, lavender and thyme, overlooking miles of vineyards stretching all the way to the foot of the volcanic mountains, the Cévennes.

The vineyards are moderated by the cooling breezes from the sea, giving the grapes a long, even growing season. After a 10 day maceration period, the new wine is racked and pressed into large barrels and aged for about 18 months. The result is a dry, Rhône-style wine that is typical of southern France. Aromas of berry, leather and spice. Very smooth and mouth-filling flavors of ripe plums and black cherry fruit. Warm tannins and a lingering, smooth finish.

AOC Saint-Chinian; 35% Grenache, 30% Carignan, 20% Syrah, 15% Mourvedre.

Alcohol Content: 14%

Aging Potential: 5 to 8 years

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Purchase 2005
Saint Chinian

Chateau Bousquette

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2008
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2004
Saint Chinian

Chateau Bousquette
Cuvée Prestige -- The vineyards of Château Bousquette, a 50 acre family estate, drape over the craggy hillsides of a small town called Cessenon, only 30 miles inland from the Mediterranean in the South of France. "Bousquette" (pronounced boo-sket) in French means thicket or grove. The word aptly describes the property: a simple family estate nestled in pine trees, lavender and thyme, overlooking miles of vineyards stretching all the way to the foot of the volcanic mountains, the Cévennes.The vineyards are moderated by the cooling breezes from the sea, giving the grapes a long, even growing season.This delicious creation merits a spotlight. It's a perfectly proportioned wine that takes an appellation (St. Chinian) to its full potential. Oak aged 1 year. Brilliant garnet color, deep blackberry aroma. Loaded with black cherry & cassis-like fruit. Round & harmonious, it is utterly satisfying from start to finish. Drink now or age up to 10 yrs.A.O.C. Saint-Chinian; 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, 5% Carignan, . . .

2005
Saint Chinian

Chateau Bousquette
Cuvée Prestige -- The vineyards of Château Bousquette, a 50 acre family estate, drape over the craggy hillsides of a small town called Cessenon, only 30 miles inland from the Mediterranean in the South of France. "Bousquette" (pronounced boo-sket) in French means thicket or grove. The word aptly describes the property: a simple family estate nestled in pine trees, lavender and thyme, overlooking miles of vineyards stretching all the way to the foot of the volcanic mountains, the Cévennes.The vineyards are moderated by the cooling breezes from the sea, giving the grapes a long, even growing season.This delicious creation merits a spotlight. It's a perfectly proportioned wine that takes an appellation (St. Chinian) to its full potential. Oak aged 1 year. Brilliant garnet color, deep blackberry aroma. Loaded with black cherry & cassis-like fruit. Round & harmonious, it is utterly satisfying from start to finish. Drink now or age up to 10 yrs.A.O.C. Saint-Chinian; 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, 5% Carignan, . . .