Boutisse

What to look for

• •Deep garnet colour with a brick edge showing some age
• •Aromas of dark plum, dried herbs and a hint of earth
• •Smooth, rounded texture with gentle grip on the finish

About the producer

Boutisse is a small family estate in the heart of Saint-Émilion, working vineyards on the limestone plateau that gives the appellation its character.

About the year

2018 was a warm, dry vintage across Bordeaux that produced ripe, balanced wines. At six years old, this wine is drinking well now, with the initial fruit softening into a more complex whole.

Grape characteristics

Saint-Émilion blends are built on Merlot, which brings plum and soft tannin, with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon adding structure and herbal notes. The blend creates wines that age gracefully and reward patience.

About the region

Saint-Émilion sits on the right bank of the Dordogne, where clay and limestone soils produce wines with elegance and depth. The medieval village and its surrounding vineyards form one of Bordeaux's most distinctive landscapes.

Tasting profile

Expect dark plum and blackcurrant with undertones of dried herbs, tobacco leaf and a whisper of stone. The wine has weight and warmth without heaviness, with flavours that linger and evolve as it opens.

Serving suggestions

Serve at 16 to 18 degrees Celsius. Decant for thirty minutes before serving to let the wine breathe and soften. Use a standard Bordeaux glass to frame the aromas.

Also pairs well with

• • Duck breast with cherry sauce
• • Beef stew with mushrooms
• • Lamb chops with herbs
• • Aged hard cheeses
• • Roasted root vegetables