Château Bouscaut
Château Bouscaut
#PROPERTY: History & Terroir
History of Château Bouscaut
Château Bouscaut, perched 34 meters above sea level on the left bank of the Garonne in the commune of Cadaujac, Gironde, is a family estate of over 40 hectares. Founded in the 19th century, it has now been in the hands of the Lurton-Cogombles family for some twenty years. Its unique terroir, dominated by clay on limestone bedrock, produces exceptional wines.
Classified as a Grand Cru Classé de Graves in red and white since 1953, Château Bouscaut is one of the six Grands Crus Classés in the Pessac-Léognan appellation, benefiting from an AOC. Château Bouscaut was acquired 43 years ago by Lucien Lurton, who already owned a dozen grands crus, including Brane-Cantenac in Margaux and Climens in Barsac. Since 1992, it has been in the hands of Sophie Lurton and her husband Laurent Cogombles, joined by their son Armand.
What's the difference between Château Bouscaut and Château Lamothe-Bouscaut?
Château Bouscaut and Château Lamothe-Bouscaut are separate estates with different owners and management teams. Although Château Bouscaut acquired Château Lamothe-Bouscaut in 1999, each estate retains its own identity and independence. It should be noted that the estate also produces the neighboring Châteaux Lamothe-Bouscaut and Valoux.
Château Bouscaut terroir
The terroir of Château Bouscaut is remarkable, composed of clay resting on high-quality limestone. This combination of soils provides the vines with ideal conditions for producing grapes of excellent quality, rich in character and complexity. The clays ensure good water retention, allowing the vines to hydrate optimally, while the limestone rocks provide natural drainage, favoring deep root development and a subtle expression of terroir. This harmonious marriage of soils provides an environment conducive to the cultivation of traditional Bordeaux grape varieties, giving rise to elegant, expressive wines that are true to their origin and terroir.
#WINES FROM THE DOMAIN: Appellations and Cuvées
The Pessac-Léognan appellation
The Pessac-Léognan appellation is a prestigious wine-growing region in the Bordeaux wine-growing area of France. It is renowned for the production of high-quality red and white wines. The Pessac-Léognan appellation benefits from a unique terroir, characterized by gravelly soils, favorable microclimates and a long tradition of winemaking. This combination of factors contributes to the international renown of the wines produced in this region.
Pessac-Léognan red wines are often made from traditional Bordeaux grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. They are distinguished by their richness, aromatic complexity and ability to age gracefully.
Discover our selection of Pessac-Léognan wines
Château Bouscaut wines
Red wines :
Château Bouscaut Rouge Cru Classé des Graves
Les Chênes de Bouscaut Rouge
Château Valoux Red
White wines :
Château Bouscaut Blanc Cru Classé des Graves
Les Chênes de Bouscaut Blanc
Château Valoux White
Château Bouscaut Rouge and its second wine, Les Chênes de Bouscaut Rouge, offer a unique wine experience, true to their terroir. Château Bouscaut Rouge stands out for its original composition and careful blending, while Les Chênes de Bouscaut Rouge benefits from the same attention to detail as its big brother, offering an equally refined alternative.
Château Valoux Rouge, on the other hand, is a supple, fruity wine, ideal for lovers of wines that are easily accessible and pleasant when young.
As for white wines, Château Bouscaut Blanc boasts a terroir of clay over limestone of the highest quality, giving its wines a distinct elegance. Les Chênes de Bouscaut Blanc 2020, the estate's second wine, takes its name from the estate's majestic hundred-year-old oak trees, and offers a taste experience as rich as it is symbolic. Finally, Château Valoux Blanc stands out for its simplicity and liveliness, offering a direct, fresh white wine, perfect to be enjoyed young.
The best vintages of Château Bouscaut; 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023
How much does Château Bouscaut cru classé de graves cost?
The price of a Château Bouscaut Grand Cru Classé de Graves can vary according to several factors, including the vintage, perceived quality, market demand and the region where it is purchased. In general, Grand Cru Classé prices can be substantial, reflecting the wine's reputation and exceptional quality.
Visit Château Bouscaut
Château Bouscaut offers a wide range of themed tours that provide unique tasting adventures. From classic tours featuring red and white wine tastings to more exclusive experiences such as pairings with chocolates, cheeses, special terrines and even caviar, each tour promises a complete immersion in the estate's world of winemaking. Participants can also take advantage of blending workshops to create their own wine and discover the evolution of vintages through special tastings. Whichever option you choose, visits to Château Bouscaut offer moments of conviviality and discovery, perfectly suited to wine enthusiasts and lovers of refined culinary experiences. Tours are available all year round, Tuesday to Saturday inclusive.
#IN BRIEF: Figures
Region : Bordeaux
Appellation : Pessac-Léognan
Surface area : 42 hectares (34 ha Red : 8 ha White)
Red grape varieties : 48% Cabernet-Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 6% Malbec (cot)
White grape varieties : 50% Sémillon, 50% Sauvignon blanc
Vine cultivation : Raisonnée