Château Fontesteau Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois

The flagship of the estate, this wine is simply the expression of the best terroir that Fontesteau can offer.
No vintage is ever the same as another. The magic of blending confers a unique style to each: the Cabernet Sauvignon is always the dominant variety in the Château Fontesteau blend, a deep and elegant wine. Château Fontesteau wines are at their best after 5 to 10 years in the cellar yet never disappoint those patient enough to wait 20 years or even more.

“This 2016 is a vintage characterised by its richness and harmony.” – Dominique Fouin

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VARIETALS
53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot

VINTAGE
2016

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13 %
Residual sugar 0 g/l
Total Acidity 5 g/l
pH 3.87

APPEARANCE
Very rich garnet colour.

NOSE
The nose is expressive, opening onto jammy aromas of red cherry and strawberry.

PALATE
The palate is ample and full-bodied with a tense, fresh structure.
The tannins are rich and tasty, conferring flavour and length to the wine.
A remarkably balanced vintage with a real force of character.

AGEING
75% of the blend is aged for 12 months in barrels (20% new), the remained 25% in vat.

PAIRING
Charcuterie, red meat, grilled dishes, game, cheeses and chocolate desserts.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
It may be aged in the bottle for over 10 years.

RATINGS

3.8

Additional information

Vintage	2016
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Producer	Château Fontesteau
Style	Dry
Types	Red