2019 Bonnes Mares
Estimated value
Buying options
Tasting notes
Once again, for this taster, the 2019 Bonnes Mares Grand Cru is the highpoint of Bouchard's portfolio, and it will be worth a special effort to track down. Mingling scents of peonies, rose petals, wild berries and bergamot in a perfumed and quintessentially Chambolle bouquet—even if, since the upper part of the parcel is being replanted, this derives exclusively from so-called "terres rouges"—it's medium to full-bodied, layered and perfumed, with terrific concentration, bright acids and a long, mineral finish. This isn't the most powerful wine in the range, but it's the most elegant; and it's refreshing to see Bonnes Mares interpreted in this register, rather than being extracted to the point of monstrosity.
Critic scores
Average Score
Neal Martin
William Kelley, Wine Advocate
More reviews and scores
The 2019 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru is well defined on the nose, perhaps missing some of the blue fruit you often find from this vineyard, and quite strict yet detailed and focused, touches of black tea infusing the cranberry and raspberry. The palate is energetic on the entry thanks to a fine bead of acidity, and smooth in texture. It exerts quite a grip on the finish. This should open up more once racked.
About the producer
Bouchard Père & Fils is one of Burgundy’s oldest and most established wine producers. Founded in 1731 by Michel Bouchard, it is the largest vineyard owner in the Côte d’Or with 130 hectares of vines.