Chateau de Fonbel Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2022 750ml

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Chateau de Fonbel Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2022 750ml

Name: Chateau de Fonbel Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2022 750ml
Brand: Chateau De Fonbel
SKU: 1014392
Price: 29.94 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 92.2 (5 reviews)

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SKU 1014392

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$29.94/bottle

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JD 94pts

JS 93pts

VM 92pts

WA 91pts

TWI 91pts

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The 2022 Château De Fonbel is more rounded and layered, with beautiful cassis and black cherry fruits intermixed with chocolaty herbs, graphite, and crushed stone. This ripe, textured, medium to full-bodied 2022 has beautiful tannins and outstanding length. I like it today, and it should have 10-12 years, if not slightly longer, of prime drinking.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Saint Emilion

Size: 750ml
Color: Red
Alcohol by Vol: 15.0%

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Winery

Chateau De Fonbel

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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.

Ratings & Reviews

JD 94pts

Jeb Dunnuck

JS 93pts

James Suckling

Really fruit-forward on the nose, with ripe dark cherries and a touch of graphite. Quite firm and nicely chewy on the palate, with an almost full body and a tight yet lengthy finish. Quite flavorful and ripe, but solid and fresh at the same time. Drink from 2027.

VM 92pts

Vinous Media

The 2022 de Fonbel is plush, succulent and inviting, all of which lend notable immediacy. Silky, refined tannins wrap around a core of dark-fleshed fruit. Cedar, tobacco, dried herbs and earthy undertones add shades of nuance throughout. This is impeccably done.

WA 91pts

Wine Advocate

From a 16-hectare vineyard on sandy soils on the plain, the 2022 Fonbel has turned out nicely, offering up aromas of cherries, blood orange and petals, followed by a medium to full-bodied, supple and nicely concentrated palate with a sweet core of fruit.

TWI 91pts

The Wine Independent

This is a blend of 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Carmenère, from vines low down on the St Emilion plain. The élevage was in vats and 30% used oak barrels. Toasted redcurrants and a little vanilla ice on the nose, with a touch of rosehip and leather, but it is the fresh toasty fruit which rules. Like its stablemate Simard this charms with a silky presence, supple and easy-going, with a light ribbon of tannins wrapped around it, showing just a touch of sappy bite at the finish. This will be drinking within a few years of release. The alcohol is said to be about 14%.

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