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With vineyards that date back to the 16th century, this iconic estate in the heart of Pessac-Leognan has seen it all. Originally known as Haut Truchon, the estate became Château Bouscaut in 1929, but the true test of its legacy came in 1960 when a fire nearly destroyed the château. What remained were the historic cellars—symbols of resilience.

Victor Place, the passionate owner, rebuilt the château from the ground up, and in 1968, a group of New York investors stepped in. They made a brilliant move by hiring the team from Château Haut Brion to manage the estate. Under the Lurton family since 1979, Château Bouscaut has flourished. Sophie Lurton and her husband Laurent Cogombles have poured their hearts into the estate, renovating the cellars and acquiring Château Lamothe Bouscaut.

Today, Château Bouscaut’s 52-hectare vineyard is the largest in the Cadaujac commune. With 35 hectares of red wine grapes and 10 hectares of white, it’s a perfect mix of tradition and innovation. The reds, a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Petit Verdot, grow on gravel, clay, and limestone soils. The whites—mainly Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon—are handpicked with care. The Semillon vines here are some of the oldest in the region, dating back to 1850.

Château Bouscaut has gone organic with the 2023 vintage, certified with HVE3 since 2018. They’re committed to producing wines that are as sustainable as they are exceptional.

With each sip, you’re tasting history, passion, and the essence of Bordeaux. This is a wine that brings the best of the past and present into every bottle.

2022 was an extraordinary vintage for Bordeaux, it was blessed with a 95 pt review by Wine Spectator who said: "A new paradigm for Bordeaux. Very aromatic and sleek, fresh and pure in feel, with all major varietals performing well; far more consistent than the 2018-2020 trio."

50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Malbec.

A juicy and expressive Pessac-Leognan with minerals, fresh berries, dark cherries, subtle spices and cocoa powder on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied with firm, crunchy fruit and tannins. Quite long, balanced and precise in the finish. Drink from 2027. ~94 James Suckling

Deep dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections. Brightening on the rim. Fine nougat, black cherries, hints of plums, mineral underpinnings, attractive bouquet. Taut, fresh cherries, good freshness, mineral and clingy, certain ageing potential. ~94 Falstaff

Beautifully rich but not overblown, damson fruit on the nose, well judged smoked oak, thoroughly enjoyable, tannic grip in evidence, a little tight on the finish but in a way that suggests this has long ageing potential. A less exuberant Bouscaut than in some vintages, surprising for 2022, enjoyable. In organic conversion. ~94 Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

An elegant wine, produced by the Lurton-Congombles family. Its black fruit aroma and tight tannins are balanced with succulent black cherry and black plum flavors. Drink the wine from 2027.  ~93 Wine Enthusiast

Slightly reductive and opaque in the sensory profile, it shows notes of black plums, mixed tea leaves, juniper berries, vanilla and toasted hazelnuts. Full body, soft tannins and a finish with drying traits. Better from 2027. ~92 WinesCritic.com

This Cru Classé de Graves was acquired by the Lurton family in 1979 and boasts 45 hectares of vineyards, with the red varieties being 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Malbec. The expected gravel (graves) and clay are marked by a significant presence of limestone, which aids maturation even in warmer years like 2022. Aromas of plum, herbs, and flowers. Juicy fruit on the palate with a slight cigar-box note, as if already showing some evolution. The finish reinforces the tobacco. The texture and polished tannins with good acidity contribute to fluidity. Aged for 14 months in French oak barrels, 30% new. ~92 Revista Adega

Ripe and focused, with a steady beam of cassis and bitter plum sauce notes that stretch out nicely, laced with rose hip, iris and anise accents through the focused finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Best from 2026 through 2036. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 5,800 cases made, 200 cases imported. ~91 Wine Spectator

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