Chateau Fonplegade Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2023 750ml

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Name: Chateau Fonplegade Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2023 750ml
Brand: Chateau Fonplegade
SKU: 1022809
Price: 68.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 94.3 (3 reviews)

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Compelling aromas of spices, light coffee, dark berries, bark and dried mushrooms. Complex. Medium-bodied with lovely depth of fruit and a round and compressed tannin structure. Juicy and racy. 85% merlot and 15% cabernet franc. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold.

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Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Saint Emilion

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

SKU: 1022809 Categories: Pre-arrival, Right Bank Bordeaux

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Varietal Red Bordeaux

There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act â€“ the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.

Country France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region Bordeaux

Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]

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Appellation Saint Emilion

The beautiful sub-region of Saint Emilion in France's legendary Bordeaux region is regarded as the home of many of the world's finest red wines. The blending techniques employed in Saint Emilion have been passed down for generations, and aim to express the very finest flavors of the grape varietals used, most commonly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The climatic conditions in Saint Emilion are perfect for growing many of the Bordeaux grapes, and high yields of exceptional quality are commonplace. Fed by the mighty Gironde river and benefiting from superb clay and gravel based soils, Saint Emilion produces millions of bottles of high quality blended and unblended red wines each year, and continues to be a firm favorite of wine experts and the general public alike.

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JS 95pts

James Suckling

VM 94pts

Vinous Media

The 2023 Fonplegade is all delicacy and finesse. Crushed flowers, mocha, dried herbs, pipe tobacco and cedar open gradually in the glass. This is an especially soft, understated style, one that seems especially well suited to a site planted on sand and limestone. Bright mineral undertones support the sneakily persistent finish.

JD 94pts

Jeb Dunnuck

Ripe red and black fruits, leafy herbs, truffly earth, and graphite define the 2023 Château Fonplegade, a brilliant Saint-Emilion from a hillside terroir just outside the village. Based on 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc and aged 16 months in 40% new French oak with 30% in one-year-old barrels, 20% in concrete tanks and eggs, and 10% in amphora, it's medium-bodied, charming, balanced, and very complete on the palate, with soft tannins and outstanding length. I like it today, yet it's going to have 15 years of longevity. Drink 2026-2040.

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Chateau Fonplegade Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2023 750ml Case of 6

Winery Chateau Fonplegade

Varietal Red Bordeaux

Country France

Region Bordeaux

Appellation Saint Emilion

James Suckling

Vinous Media

Jeb Dunnuck

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