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.

“A deeply coloured, plump, fruity vintage with a lovely supple, elegant finish.” – Dominique Fouin

Certified sustainable HVE (High Environmental Value).

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VARIETALS
65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc

VINTAGE
2017

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13 %
Total Acidity 5 g/l

APPEARANCE
A deeply coloured vintage.

NOSE
An expressive nose featuring blackcurrant, raspberry, and blackberry, complemented by well-integrated toasty oak and hints of dark chocolate and spice.

PALATE
It has solid tannins and a fresh, lively structure due to its distinctive acidity. A plump and fruity vintage with a supple, elegant finish.

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.

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