Walls’ Hidden Gems: The Delicious Originality of Château Boucarut
Featured by Matt Walls in Decanter, 12 August 2025

What happens when two lawyers give up their careers in Luxembourg to return to an old family estate in Lirac and Tavel? According to Rhône specialist Matt Walls, the result is “something deliciously original.”

In his latest Hidden Gems feature, Walls tells the remarkable story of Saskia and Maurice Goetschy at Château Boucarut, charting their journey from unexpected beginnings to critical acclaim — with some striking insights into their philosophy in both vineyard and cellar.

Read the full article on Decanter here.

Impressive scores confirm the quality behind the story:

• Lirac “Pierres Vivantes” 2022 – 93 points “Dark bramble and liquorice aromas, this wine is both herbal and juicy. The finish and the tannins are slightly dry and gravelly, but it adds some texture, it feels like a living wine. There’s a lovely sense of freshness. “

• Tavel “Qu’est-ce qu’on attend ?” 2022 – 92 points “A very pale example, even though it was macerated for six days. Light raspberry and redcurrant fragrance. Light- to medium-bodied in a very fresh style; feels brisk, even though it has low acidity. Light bitter herbal nip on the finish. A drinkable style, enjoyably lively and dry. “

• Empusa 2023 – 88 points “Bright vibrant purple colour and full of dark, brambly fruits. Light-bodied, very smashable, this has an upright nature and good freshness. Grippy tannins, this has some texture.”

• Demain C’est Loin 2023 – 88 points “Looks like a Tavel in colour. Enjoyably fresh redcurrant, raspberry and watermelon.”

For a domaine in its first chapter under new stewardship, that’s truly extraordinary. We’re very honoured to help present Château Boucarut‘s pioneering spirit and vibrant wines to the UK market.

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• Copyright & Source: All quotations are from Matt Walls, Decanter, 12 August 2025. Full article available on Decanter at the link above.

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