Domaine Bois de Boursan makes exemplary Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the Southern Rhône. This family-run estate was started by the Versino family in 1955, who moved across from Piedmont in Italy. It is now in the hands of Jean-Paul, the third generation at the helm. He takes great pride in continuing to make traditionally-styled reds with the belief that vinifying with stems and ageing the wine for extended periods in large oak foudres gives his wine its unique character. There is nothing flashy or opulent here, just wines with great character. In total, Jean-Paul has 10 hectares spread across 27 different parcels in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with its changing soil types and vines up to 50 years old.
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine Bois de Boursan
€45.00
Description
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Tasting Notes from Pinto Wines |
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| Colour | Intense Ruby |
| Nose | Notes of ripe cherries, blackberries, leather |
| Palate | Beautifully balanced, seamless Châteauneuf du Pape with a wonderful sense of purity and freshness, both good acidity and building tannins, and a great finish. |
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Fact Sheet |
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| Size | 75 cl |
| Grape Variety | 65% Grenache Noir, 15% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre |
| Alcohol % | 14% |
| Style | Classic Chateuneuf Du Pape |
| Estate/Producer | Bois de Boursan |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhone |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Vinification | The grapes are not destemmed, the cuvaison lasts for three weeks and the élevage encompasses an additional 18 months in traditional foudre wood vats before the wine is bottled unfiltered |
| Closure | Natural Cork |
| Cellaring/Ageing Potential | Built to age up to 15 years |
