Château de Fonbel 2020
Saint-Emilion Grand Cru AOC
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James Suckling described this top vintage of Château Fonbel as "Delicious fruit and a soft and fruity finish", 92pt. The property has been owned by Alain Vauthier since 1971, which explains the exceptional quality of this Saint-Émilion Grand Cru.
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Wine Details
- Red - Medium Bodied
- Fine wine
France- Ruby
- Merlot-based blend
- 10.5 Units
- 14% ABV
- 31 December 2035
Flavour Profile
Tasting notes
Silky, supple textured, bright red fruits, with a hint of tobacco
Aroma
Floral with fresh cherry, bright plum, leafy and loamy
Allergy information
Contains Sulphites
The Wine
Château Fonbel has a history dating back to when the Romans were cultivating grapes in the Saint-Émilion area. It's modern story began in 1971 when Alain Vauthier bought it, owner of the renowned Château Ausone. Indeed, its 16 hectares of mostly Merlot vines are planted not far from this estate. It can also boast high plantings of Carmenère and Petit Verdot, which accounts in part for the charm of the wine. Made by the same team as Ausone and run today by Alain's daughter, Pauline, the wine is fermented in stainless-steel and aged in 30% new oak for 10 months. The result, according to Wine Advocate, is this lovely wine: "bursting with notes of cherries, berries, petals and anise, it's medium to full-bodied, lively and charming".
Château Fonbel has a history dating back to when the Romans were cultivating gra...
A juicy and fruity red with plums, ripe cherries and ash. Delicious fruit and a soft fruity finish
James Suckling
Critic, 92 points
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