Bourgueil
Red — avg 88.8/100 Wine Enthusiast score
88.8
range 83–93
$20.9
24
red
Bourgueil — a Loire Valley red appellation. Across 24 expert reviews the average Wine Enthusiast score is 88.8/100.
Appellation profile
Scores at a glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average score | 88.8/100 |
| Score range | 83–93 |
| Average price | $20.9 |
| Review count | 24 |
| Color | Red |
Dominant varieties
0, 1
Relative standing in the Loire
Rated above the Loire Valley median — a consistent performer in expert tastings.
Tasting notes
Signature flavor descriptors
Across the aggregated expert reviews, the descriptors most frequently associated with this appellation are: tannin, structured, rich, smoky, tannic, currant, spice, mineral.
Top-scored wines
| Wine | Producer | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yannick Amirault 2009 Le Grand Clos Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil) | Yannick Amirault | 93/100 | — |
| Yannick Amirault 2010 La Petite Cave Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil) | Yannick Amirault | 93/100 | — |
| Domaine les Pins 2014 Cuvée les Rochettes Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil) | Domaine les Pins | 92/100 | $20 |
| Yannick Amirault 2009 Les Quartiers Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil) | Yannick Amirault | 92/100 | — |
| Domaine les Pins 2014 Cuvée Clos Les Pins Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil) | Domaine les Pins | 92/100 | $30 |
Sample expert review
One of Amirault's single parcel wines, this is a rich and smoothly tannic. There is a black fruit and smoky wood element, while big juicy fruits dominate the firm structure, giving a wine that has both potential and drinkability sooner. Age this powerful wine for 4–5 years.
— Wine Enthusiast, on Yannick Amirault 2009 Le Grand Clos Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil)
Terroir & Heritage
Heritage neighbours
Nearby protected monuments that share the Loire terroir include:
- Phare métallique de Fromentine
- Eglise de Mareuil-sur-Lay-Dissais
- Moulin de Venet de Bagneux
- Manoir de la Grève à l'exclusion des dépendances
- Maison de Richelieu
UNESCO cultural landscape
This appellation sits within (or adjacent to) the cultural landscape covered by the Val de Loire UNESCO inscription.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average score of Bourgueil wines?
Bourgueil averages 88.8/100 across 24 expert reviews on Wine Enthusiast, with a range of 83 to 93.
How much does Bourgueil wine cost?
Average price across reviewed wines is $20.9. Actual retail prices vary by vintage, producer and distributor.
What type of wine is Bourgueil?
Bourgueil is predominantly a red wine appellation of the Loire Valley.
Data source: Wine Enthusiast expert reviews (data.culture.gouv.fr). Last updated: April 14, 2026.