- BrandChateau Borgneuf
- CountryFrance
- RegionBordeaux
- TypeRed Wine
- Size750ml
- SKU 210000047460
Chateau Bourgneuf Pomerol 2018
Chateau Bourgneuf Vayron is one of the oldest family-owned properties in the Pomerol appellation. The Vayron family has owned and managed the estate starting in 1821. The vineyard has remained the same size since the Vayron family bought the property.
Interestingly, until 2012, the wines of Chateau Bourgneuf were sold and labeled differently, depending on the country. In some countries, the wine was sold as Chateau Bourgneuf. In other countries, the wine was marketed as Chateau Bourgneuf Vayron. That odd practice started in about 1970. That ended with the 2014 vintage when the chateau officially changed its name to Chateau Bourgneuf.
Critical Acclaim
96 Wine Spectator
The deliciously ripe and juicy red currant, plum and raspberry fruit is well-knit, revealing hints of tobacco, singed chestnut and cast iron in the background. Shows lots of range and drive, with serious grip on the finish.
95 James Suckling
This is a powerful Pomerol with dense, layered tannins that coat the mouth and show so much intensity and richness. It’s full-bodied and chewy. A wine that’s structured for the long term. Drink after 2025.
93 Jeb Dunnuck
Coming from the team of Christian Moueix and a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Château Bourgneuf is a seamless, elegant Pomerol that still brings plenty of muscle, offering loads of ripe black cherry and cassis fruits as well as spicy oak, medium to full-bodied richness, lots of tobacco, truffle, and chocolaty nuances, silky tannins, and a great finish. This is another Pomerol that delivers the goods in 2018. Drink this beauty any time over the coming 15-20 years.
92 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Composed of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Bourgneuf has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and fragrant notes of lavender, kirsch, black truffles and cinnamon toast over a core of blackberry pie and Black Forest cake with a waft of woodsmoke. The intense, medium to full-bodied palate packs in the black fruit layers, supported by ripe, rounded tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and savory.
91 Wine Enthusiast
In this wine, dense black fruits laced with dark chocolate and licorice flavors have a powerful, solid character. The wine has a massive feel, pushing richness and demanding aging. Best after 2026.