The 2017 Le Boscq is a medium to deep purple color and is a bit brooding at first, with notes of tar and new leather over a core of warm red and blackcurrants, mulberries and cedarwood plus hints of menthol and pencil. The palate is medium to full, with a firm frame of grainy tannins and plenty of freshness, which supports the muscular red and black fruit and finishes with good length. Despite the fact that this is a full-blood Saint-Estèphe that often needs quite some time, this 2017 Le Bosq can be drunk earlier (expected to be after about 5 years) and the price/quality is excellent. The 2017 is a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot and the wine has Environnement Terra Vitis Certificate About Château Le Boscq History Château Le Boscq has a rich history dating back to the 19th century. The Château has had several owners over the years, but it still maintains its reputation for producing high quality wines. The winery is now part of the portfolio of Dourthe, a renowned wine producer in Bordeaux. The winery is located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation and this is one of six municipalities with its own appellation in the Médoc, a famous wine-growing region in Bordeaux. It is located north of the Pauillac appellation and is known for producing powerful, tannic wines with great aging potential. Saint-Estèphe has a unique terroir that contributes to the characteristic style of the wines. The soil consists mainly of clay and limestone, which ensures excellent water retention. This is especially beneficial in dry years, as it provides the vines with sufficient water. The presence of gravel and pebbles in the upper layers ensures good drainage and heat storage, which contributes to the ripening of the grapes. Wines from Saint-Estèphe are known for their robust and structured character. They are often more deeply colored and have powerful tannins, making them ideal for long-term maturation. Vineyards The vineyards of Château Le Boscq cover approximately 20 hectares and are planted with classic Bordeaux grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petit Verdot The vineyards benefit from an excellent terroir, consisting of pebbly soils that ensure good drainage and favorable ripening of the grapes. This terroir contributes to the complexity and structure of the wines. At Château Le Boscq, a lot of attention is paid to winemaking. The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected to use only the best fruit. The wines undergo traditional vinification, followed by maturation in French oak barrels, which contributes to their complexity and refinement