A search of our archives reveals a beneficiant variety of Domaine Bousquet choices reviewed over the previous few years. And with good purpose: It’s a constant, high quality label discovered at a greater than cheap worth level, and its higher-end Malbecs are glorious representatives of Argentinian Malbec. Nevertheless, this time we’re taking a better have a look at a few of Bousquet’s Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon wines.
2022 Domaine Bousquet Reserve Natural Cabernet Sauvignon – Massive and overblown with currant and cherry aromas on the preliminary method, faint natural notes battle by to the floor with a couple of swirls of the glass and some minutes of time. The ten months of oak ageing shine by on the palate and stability the lingering cherry and raspberry notes sticking round all through. The addition of a little bit of Malbec retains this from operating too far off the rails. It might be definitely worth the consideration of allocating a couple of additional {dollars} to an improve to the Gran Bousquet (see beneath). B / $18
2022 Domaine Bousquet Alavida Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon – USDA Licensed Natural and made below the steering of the strictest Kosher legal guidelines, the Malbec choices below this label have didn’t disappoint so far, and this Cabernet continues the successful streak. In contrast to the Reserve, it is a 100% Cabernet providing darkish fruit, but additionally a contact of cigar field on the nostril that one would usually affiliate with Malbec. The darkish fruit units the agenda however is framed by notes of vanilla, baking spice and crimson cherry oscillating out and in. Medium-bodied with good acidity, it is a stable, acceptable bottle to deliver to a casual gathering or feast. An excellent instance of affordability, integrity, and style positioned completely within the middle level of a Venn diagram. A- / $18
2021 Domaine Bousquet Gaia Cabernet Franc – Except being greeted by an awesome aroma of raspberry is your factor, and it very properly could also be, it’s greatest to let this sit and get some air earlier than continuing. Notes of cola and strawberry ultimately emerge to supply some stability, so endurance is an ally that may reward. Tannins push the raspberry ahead on the palate, however notes of oak and black tea emerge so as to add dimension. It’s greatest to enhance this with a wealthy and hearty dinner to stability the enormity, however it could additionally work as a standalone glass, time allowing. B+ / $20
2021 Domaine Bousquet Gran Cabernet Sauvignon – A noticeable improve from the Reserve Natural Cabernet Sauvignon (see above), the Malbec affect is elevated and mutes the amplified currant notes discovered within the reserve, permitting for aromas of darkish fruit to rise above on the preliminary passes. The oak ageing as soon as once more harmoniously balances darkish fruit on the palate but additionally permits area for overtones of vanilla, clove, and blackberry to evolve. A- / $25
2021 Domaine Bousquet Ameri Single Winery Cabernet Sauvignon – The grapes for Domaine’s Ameri line usually are not harvested from only a single winery however inside particular clusters, and the wine is barely made in years the place the yields show distinctive. They’re additionally harvested from the best level on Domaine’s property, which provides them larger fluctuation in temperature and fixed daylight, leading to elevated acidity, sugar, and taste ranges. Aromas of rosemary and vanilla give option to crimson fruits and a few minerality, with balanced acidity supporting notes of ripe darkish cherry, bell pepper, and a contact of espresso in direction of the tip of the palate. It’s fairly full-bodied, and the satiny tannins permit the darkish cherry and chocolate on the end to linger. It was onerous to not return to this for added pours; if solely to permit time to think about how properly this is able to complement one thing contemporary off the grill. One of many higher Cabernet Sauvignons from Argentina I’ve loved in a while. A / $37
2022 Domaine Bousquet Reserve Natural Cabernet Sauvignon
$18
