Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil
Red — avg 88.7/100 Wine Enthusiast score
88.7
range 85–93
$29.8
24
red
Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil — a Loire Valley red appellation. Across 24 expert reviews the average Wine Enthusiast score is 88.7/100.
Appellation profile
Scores at a glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average score | 88.7/100 |
| Score range | 85–93 |
| Average price | $29.8 |
| 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, smoky, cherry, spice, plum, crisp, rich, currant.
Top-scored wines
| Wine | Producer | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domaine Amirault 2014 Le Fondis (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil) | Domaine Amirault | 93/100 | $35 |
| Domaine Amirault 2015 Les Gravilices (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil) | Domaine Amirault | 91/100 | $27 |
| Vignoble de la Jarnoterie 2012 Quintessence (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil) | Vignoble de la Jarnoterie | 91/100 | $18 |
| Vignoble de la Jarnoterie 2012 Concerto (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil) | Vignoble de la Jarnoterie | 90/100 | $55 |
| Vignoble de la Jarnoterie 2014 Concerto (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil) | Vignoble de la Jarnoterie | 90/100 | $55 |
Sample expert review
This perfumed and floral wine is concentrated and dense. Its ripe black-plum and spice flavors are impressive with their intensity. Produced from biodynamically grown grapes, the wine is showing considerable aging potential. Drink this wine from 2020.
— Wine Enthusiast, on Domaine Amirault 2014 Le Fondis (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil)
Terroir & Heritage
Heritage neighbours
Nearby protected monuments that share the Loire terroir include:
- Eglise de Marson de Rou-Marson
- Deux ponts du Port-la-Claye sur la rivière Le Lay (également sur communes de Curzon, Lairoux, Saint-Cyr-en-Talmondais)
- Hôtel de la Pilorgerie (ancien)
- Eglise paroissiale Saint-Saturnin
- Maison dite des Trousseau
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 Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil wines?
Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil averages 88.7/100 across 24 expert reviews on Wine Enthusiast, with a range of 85 to 93.
How much does Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil wine cost?
Average price across reviewed wines is $29.8. Actual retail prices vary by vintage, producer and distributor.
What type of wine is Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil?
Saint-Nicolas-de-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.