2023 La Dame de Bouard
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Score 88-90/100 · Drink 2027-2037, Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, The Wine Independent, May 2024
A blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the 2023 Dame de Bouard is medium to deep garnet-purple in color. It starts a little closed and broody, with notes of tar, damp soil, and dried herbs soon revealing a core of ripe raspberries and menthol. The medium-bodied palate is fine-grained, with well-knit freshness and bright fruit, finishing with a savory lift.
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87
87/100
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90
89-90/100
James Suckling
81
80-82/100
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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90 points
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider
Score 90/100 · Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider, May 2024
89 - 90 points
James Suckling
Score 89-90/100 · James Suckling, Apr 2024
Juicy and fruity with medium body, round tannins and a crunchy finish. Straightforward.
80 - 82 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 80-82/100 · Drink 2025-2030, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Apr 2024
The 2023 Dame de Bouard is quite pretty and floral but also penalized by strong vegetal notes and angular contours. It displays an almost Loire-like profile.
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Clos de Bouard
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