Pure, fresh black fruit with tangy red cherries, and great concentration. This is just starting to open up, with well balanced, fine-grained tannins and a savoury tinge to the finish.
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The 2016 Le Boscq, owned by Vignobles Dourthe, is a blend of 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot and was picked 29 September until 20 October. This represents a move towards Cabernet Sauvignon and away from Merlot in the final blend. It has a very ripe, opulent bouquet that does not quite convey its terroir with the same aplomb as say, the Phelan-Ségur. It translates more of the winemaking than the terroir. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, crisp acidity and quite an elegant finish. It is in the second half of this wine that the quality of the vintage shows through. Hopefully the aromatics will gain more composure and it will live up to the finish it currently displays. One to watch.
Critic score 92/100
Maturity Ready 2021 - 2033
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Critic score 94.5/100
Maturity Young 2026 - 2040
Critic score 92.5/100
Maturity Young 2026 - 2044
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