Domaine du Bouscat – Cuvée La Gargone 2012 – Bordeaux Supérieur

The nose is fruity, powerful and offers richness, gourmandize and deepness. It reveals notes of juicy/ripe wild cassis, Boysen berry associated with touches of fresh/crunchy wild raspberry, cherry as well as hints of fresh violet, spices and aromatic herbs. The palate is fruity, mineral, fresh and offers a good definition, gourmandize, an acidulous frame and minerality. On the palate this wine expresses notes of ripe/juicy cassis, fresh/crunchy Boysen berry, small notes of small red berries associated with touches of cherry, raspberry, violet as well as discreet hints of rose, spices and tonka bean. Good length. Tannins are elegant, structuring and well-built.