2015 Fonplegade Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JS 95 JL 95 JD 94 TWI 94 DC 92 WA 92 WS 92
JS 95

jamessuckling.com, February 2018

A gorgeous and layered red showcasing blackberry, blueberry and mineral aromas and flavors. It’s full-bodied and polished with impressive tannins. Shows the flamboyance of the estate. Give it time to come around. From...
JL 95

TheWineCellarInsider.com, May 2018

Black licorice, truffle, smoke, ripe, sweet, dark red berries and cherry notes might be what you notice first. But it is the elegant, sensuous, silky textures that you feel when tasting the fresh, luscious fruits and...
JD 94

jebdunnuck.com, November 2017

Almost all Merlot (there's 5% Cabernet Franc) from a terrific site situated between Angelus and Pavie (this is prime Saint-Emilion terroir!), the 2015 Château Fonplegade is a rich, opulent beauty that comes across as...
TWI 94

The Wine Independent, November 2022

(94 + points) Fonplegade 2015 is medium to deep garnet in color. It comes barreling out of the glass with bold black plum preserves, boysenberry jam, and mulberry scents plus suggestions of charcoal, wood smoke, and cedar...
DC 92

Decanter,

Lots of oak here, compared to the other St-Emilion in the tasting, but at GCC level I guess the expectation is for a longer life; you can sense the sleek plum and black cherry beneath. No qualms at all: a classy young...
WA 92

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2018

92+ Made almost exclusively from Merlot with just a 5% splash of Cabernet Franc, the 2015 Fonplegade is deep garnet-purple in color with a very pretty nose of red and black currants, wild thyme, charcuterie, earth and...
WS 92

Wine Spectator, January 2018

This is richly layered, offering boysenberry, fig and cassis flavors that stay fresh and focused, with fine chalky minerality buried throughout. Best from 2020 through 2030. — J.M.

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Saint Emilion
Vintage 2015
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.5%
Closure Cork

The 2015 Fonplegade is a remarkable Bordeaux Blend from the Saint Emilion region of Bordeaux, France. With its deep garnet-purple color, this wine is visually stunning and immediately captures the attention of any wine enthusiast. Made predominantly from Merlot, with a small addition of Cabernet Franc, this wine showcases the best of these varietals in perfect harmony.

On the nose, the 2015 Fonplegade offers an enticing bouquet of red and black currants, wild thyme, charcuterie, earth, and floral notes. The aroma is further enhanced by subtle hints of cedar, adding complexity to the overall profile. This wine is a true sensory experience, captivating the senses with its depth and elegance.

Medium to full-bodied, the 2015 Fonplegade is wonderfully fresh and fine on the palate. The purity of the fruit shines through, accompanied by arresting depth and purity. While the oak is still present, it will integrate even further with time, allowing the fruit to take center stage. The wine finishes with a touch of woodiness, adding a layer of complexity to the overall experience.

Renowned wine critic Lisa Perrotti-Brown, from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, rates this wine a impressive 92 points. She recommends giving it 3-5 years to allow the oak to marry and the fruit to fully develop. This wine has the potential to age gracefully over the next 10 to 15+ years.

Other experts also rave about the 2015 Fonplegade. Jeff Leve, from TheWineCellarInsider.com, awards it an impressive 95 points, praising its elegant, sensuous, and silky textures. Jeb Dunnuck, from jebdunnuck.com, rates it 94 points, highlighting its notable purity and freshness.

Overall, the 2015 Fonplegade is a rich, opulent beauty that exemplifies the best of Saint Emilion terroir. With its impressive scores and rave reviews, this wine is a true gem that should not be missed by any wine connoisseur. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment, the 2015 Fonplegade is sure to provide an unforgettable experience.