Tasting Notes & Ratings
Grape
Merlot (85%), Cabernet Sauvignon (10%), Carmenère (5%)
Tasting notes
The blend of Château de Fonbel wines - Merlot with a complement of other grape varieties, suggesting great diversity in the field of possibilities. Challengers by nature and benefiting from certain innovations before its illustrious neighbors, the wines of this estate express themselves on fruit, elegance and subtlety with tannins always very integrated for easy consumption when young.
The beautiful balance and freshness - which the wine has drawn from the soil - also give great aging potential. The touch of Carménère finally adds temperament which shifts into spicy or liquorice notes.
Expert Rating
James Suckling - 92/100
Robert Parker - 90/100