J. Bouchon Toolkit
- J. Bouchon has been revolutionizing the Chilean wine industry.
- Tim Atkin named Christian Sepulveda, Chief Winemaker of J. Bouchon, the Young Winemaker of the Year in his 2019 Chile Report.
- See each J. Bouchon wine detailed below.
Overview of Resources:
2016 J. Bouchon Cabernet Sauvignon Block Series
Specific block selections blend together for a Cabernet that structurally speaks to the terroir complexity of Maule.
Intense bright ruby red. Aromas of red currant, cassis, jam, dried herbs, and coffee. The spice comes out on the palate with notes of cherry, currant, and a touch of vanilla. It is juicy and finishes with smooth tannins.
A good match for grilled red meats such as a flank steak, barbequed beef, and creamy cheeses.
Resources: Tech Sheet, Shelf Talker, Map
RECENT PRESS
90+ - The Wine Advocate, October 2018
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A blend that echoes Chile’s historic and signature varietals, blending Carmenere, Carignan and old vine Pais.
Aromas of Mediterranean herbs and red fruit on the nose lead to great acidity and juiciness on the palate. Finish is lively and the perfect balance of freshness and rusticity.
Enjoy with steak, barbecue, and aged cheeses.
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Pais Viejo (‘Old Pais’) is a wine with history. Made with Pais grapes from over 100-year-old Gobelet vines planted in the dry-farmed, coastal region of Maule.
Bright cherry color. A very juicy, fresh, light and honest wine with aromas of strawberry, wildflowers and sour cherry.
Pairs well with fish and pasta, however can also be used as an aperitif.
Resources: Tech Sheet, Shelf Talker, Map
RECENT PRESS
- 91 - James Suckling, April 2019
- 91 - Tim Atkin, April 2019
- 91 - Descorchados, December 2018
- 90 - The Wine Advocate, October 2018
Bordeaux-style blend that speaks to the Bouchon family's roots in France. Unoaked and fresh.
Bordeaux-style blend that speaks to the Bouchon family's roots in France. Unoaked and fresh.
We recommend enjoying this with game birds, casseroles, as well as mature and semi mature cheeses.
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Never been touched by the human hand, these Pais vines grow wildly in the trees next to the vineyards. 100% organic, 100% dry-farmed, 100% wild.
Vibrant notes of red fruits, cherry, and wild strawberry with floral notes. Fresh on the palate with good balance and a long, rustic finish.
Try it with barbeque and all types of sausage.
Resources: Tech Sheet, Shelf Talker, Map
RECENT PRESS
- 93 - Descorchados, 2019
- 92 - James Suckling, April 2019
- 91+ - The Wine Advocate, October 2018
- 92 - Tim Atkin, April 2019
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2018 J. BOUCHON Pais salvaje blanco
Pais Salvaje blanco is a wine born from a second wild discovery within JBouchon’s Pais ‘jungle’ vines. After their first harvest of Pais Salvaje in 2015, the 2016 harvest began and they realized that certain clusters of these wild vines were much lighter in color than others. They decided to harvest and vinify these lighter clusters separately and age the wine in an ancient tinaja (clay amphora) with native yeast with no filtration. Pais Salvaje blanco was born.
This is a wine of character. Copper yellow in color with fruity aromas of green apple and pear. In the mouth it is very juicy and fresh, with a long finish.
Enjoy with grilled fish, light sauced pasta or a fresh summer salad.
Resources: Tech Sheet, Shelf Talker, Map
RECENT PRESS
- 92 - Descorchados, 2018
- 90 - Tim Atkin, April 2019