The Story
Château Bolaire Bordeaux Supérieur 2019 is a uniquely captivating expression of Bordeaux Supérieur, distinguished by its exceptionally high proportion of old-vine Petit Verdot. Sourced from the "Isle of Macau" in the Haut-Médoc, this deeply colored blend of 50% Petit Verdot and 50% Merlot exudes a vibrant bouquet of crushed blackberries, dark plums, and blueberries, beautifully layered with notes of spring flowers, vanilla bean, and earthy spices. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, fresh, and boldly structured, delivering a juicy core of expressive black and blue fruits. Framed by ripe, grainy tannins and a mouthwatering acidity, it finishes long and savory, making it a spectacular value that will evolve gracefully in the cellar.
Food Pairing: Pairs superbly with grilled rib-eye steaks, slow-braised beef with root vegetables, roasted duck, and firm aged cheeses like Comté.
93 Points - James Suckling
A juicy, ripe red with plum and almost jammy character, but it comes back with ripe tannins that frame the wine nicely. Solid for the appellation.
92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2019 Bolaire (usually around 50% Petit Verdot and 50% Merlot) has a spectacular note of crushed black and red cherries, warm plums and violets with hints of chocolate box, eucalyptus and Sichuan pepper plus a waft of cinnamon toast. The medium to full-bodied palate is chock-full of bold, expressive black fruits, supported by ripe, grainy tannins and tons of freshness, finishing long and spicy. Delicious!
Description
Château Bolaire Bordeaux Supérieur 2019 is a uniquely captivating expression of Bordeaux Supérieur, distinguished by its exceptionally high proportion of old-vine Petit Verdot. Sourced from the "Isle of Macau" in the Haut-Médoc, this deeply colored blend of 50% Petit Verdot and 50% Merlot exudes a vibrant bouquet of crushed blackberries, dark plums, and blueberries, beautifully layered with notes of spring flowers, vanilla bean, and earthy spices. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, fresh, and boldly structured, delivering a juicy core of expressive black and blue fruits. Framed by ripe, grainy tannins and a mouthwatering acidity, it finishes long and savory, making it a spectacular value that will evolve gracefully in the cellar.
Food Pairing: Pairs superbly with grilled rib-eye steaks, slow-braised beef with root vegetables, roasted duck, and firm aged cheeses like Comté.
93 Points - James Suckling
A juicy, ripe red with plum and almost jammy character, but it comes back with ripe tannins that frame the wine nicely. Solid for the appellation.
92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2019 Bolaire (usually around 50% Petit Verdot and 50% Merlot) has a spectacular note of crushed black and red cherries, warm plums and violets with hints of chocolate box, eucalyptus and Sichuan pepper plus a waft of cinnamon toast. The medium to full-bodied palate is chock-full of bold, expressive black fruits, supported by ripe, grainy tannins and tons of freshness, finishing long and spicy. Delicious!
