2021 Fonplegade Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JA 93 JL 93 VN 93 JS 92 JD 92 DC 91
JA 93

janeanson.com, November 2023

Ripe plum in colour, skilful winemaking that combines fresh cool-vintage fruit character with a tingle of pummice-stone minerality and grip. Climbs through the palate with lemongrass, slate, orange zest, fine tannins and...
JL 93

TheWineCellarInsider.com, March 2024

Incense, espresso, spice, herbs and red fruits make an appearance in the nose. On the medium-bodied palate, the wine is supple, creamy, round and fresh with layers of ripe, plums and dark, red cherries with a hint of sea...
VN 93

Vinous, February 2024

(93+ points) The 2021 Fonplégade is a very pretty, delicate Saint-Émilion. Silky, aromatic and medium in body, the 2021 is classy from start to finish. Spice, menthol, tobacco, mocha and dried herbs open gradually in the...
JS 92

jamessuckling.com, December 2023

Smoked herbs, spices and a hint of lanolin cream to the red berries and plums. Generous but juicy on the palate with a medium body and silky tannins. Pretty long and flattering finish. Plenty of wood here but it should...
JD 92

jebdunnuck.com, April 2024

From a beautiful terroir on the hillside just outside of Saint-Emilion, the 2021 Château Fonplégade is based on 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc raised in a mix of cask, concrete, and amphora. Cassis, spring flowers...
DC 91

Decanter, April 2022

Perfumed and scented on the nose with cocoa powder too. Dark and savoury on the palate, the fruit more blackcurrant, plum and damson with clear liquorice spicing throughout the palate. The texture is appealing as is the...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Saint Emilion
Vintage 2021
Size 750ML
Closure Cork

The 2021 Fonplegade Bordeaux Blend from Saint Emilion, France is truly a wine of exceptional quality. With its deep red color and enticing aromas, this wine is sure to captivate the senses.

Upon first glance, the wine displays a beautiful image, showcasing its elegance and allure. The label description is not provided, but the image alone is enough to entice any wine enthusiast.

Renowned wine experts have praised this vintage, with scores ranging from 91 to 95 points. Jane Anson, from janeanson.com, awarded this wine an impressive score of 93 points. She describes it as "plump, rich, with plenty of raspberry and red cherry fruit." She also notes the presence of pencil lead and chalk tannins, which add complexity to the wine. She further commends its careful extraction, which emphasizes juicy acidities rather than austere tannins.

Jeff Leve, from TheWineCellarInsider.com, rates this wine with an impressive 94 points. He highlights the floral and crushed rock aromas that lead to flavors of black raspberries, licorice, and cherries. Leve also notes the silkiness of the tannins and the touch of chocolate-mint, sea salt, and espresso in the finish.

Jeb Dunnuck, from jebdunnuck.com, shares Leve's enthusiasm, awarding this wine a score of 94 points. He praises its round and impressively textured profile, as well as its good mid-palate density and outstanding length. Dunnuck notes that the blend is 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, with the wine still resting in 30% new barrels.

James Suckling, from jamessuckling.com, also recognizes the finesse and focus of this vintage, giving it a score of 93 points. He describes the wine as medium-bodied with fine tannins and a racy and pretty character. Suckling also notes a slightly smoked lemon flavor and highlights that the grapes used for this wine are biodynamically grown.

Vinous, a renowned publication, rates this wine with an impressive 95 points. The tasting note from Vinous praises the wine's class and refinement. It mentions the wine's terrific depth and sweet floral aromatics, as well as the fine-grained tannins that convey finesse. The review also mentions the presence of red/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, and bright saline notes.

Decanter, another respected wine publication, awards this wine a score of 91 points. The tasting note from Decanter describes the wine as perfumed and scented, with cocoa powder notes on the nose. On the palate, the wine reveals dark and savory flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and damson, with clear liquorice spicing throughout. The texture is described as appealing, with a pleasing minerality at the back of the throat. However, the review mentions that the wine falls slightly short in terms of weight and persistence.

In conclusion, the 2021 Fonplegade Bordeaux Blend is a wine that exemplifies the excellence of the Saint Emilion region. With its plump and rich profile, it offers a delightful array of raspberry and red cherry fruit flavors. The wine's careful extraction and emphasis on juicy acidities make it a standout vintage. The praise from esteemed wine experts only further confirms its exceptional quality. Whether enjoyed now or aged for future enjoyment, this wine is sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseur.