Domaine Bousquet Reserve Pinot Noir

Jean Bousquet was ridiculed when he wanted to grow a Pinot Noir in Argentina. But he wasn't deterred and started a new vineyard filled with French Pinot Noir. After a few years, as the vineyard matured, it yielded a fantastic harvest and proved to be a success. Many French Burgundies could learn a thing or two from this fantastic red Pinot Noir from Argentina. Today, the old vineyard is producing a top harvest, resulting in an international star. Despite this, this red wine received a remarkable 91 points from James Suckling, and that's not the only award it's received.

Wood aging for the Bousquet Reserve Pinot Noir

After a long ripening period in a somewhat cooler climate, the Pinot Noir grapes are harvested by hand. Each grape is meticulously inspected, ensuring only the finest juice reaches the bottle. The warm summers, with their refreshing breezes and cool nighttime temperatures, make the grapes perfect for aging in oak barrels. Jean Bousquet chose to purchase French oak barrels and age this red wine in them for ten months. After this period, the wine becomes a storybook wine, rich in richness and with a fantastic finish.

What does an Argentinian Pinot Noir taste like?

Bousquet's Pinot Noir Reserve is a bright ruby ​​red with violet hues. The nose reveals complex aromas reminiscent of cherries and plums with hints of coffee, tobacco, and toasted nuts. Enjoy it slightly chilled to bring out all its beautiful flavors, as this red wine then reveals notes of lavender, light red fruit like strawberry and raspberry, and a touch of spice. The palate boasts typical Pinot Noir acidity that develops into a sultry and rounded finish.