The 2022 Faugeres is a Bordeaux blend from the renowned Saint Emilion sub-region of Bordeaux, France. Produced by Faugeres, this red wine is sealed with a cork and lacks a specified alcohol content on the label. The blend comprises 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, with 36% of the wine aged in new oak.
Jane Anson from janeanson.com scored this wine 93 points, describing it as "velvet ruby in colour, intense and concentrated, as is on brand for this estate, with careful extraction keeping things in line." Anson notes that although there's clear reduction upon opening, it reveals "creamy fruit, edges of fresh mushroom, and a welcome bitter mint-chocolate finish" as it breathes.
Vinous awarded the 2022 Faugeres an impressive 95 points, highlighting it as "one of the most vibrant, nuanced wines" from the property. Antonio Galloni from Vinous commends its "expressive floral and savory top notes" that meld into a "core of racy red-toned fruit."
James Suckling also gave the wine a high score of 95 points, describing it as "a juicy and nicely chewy young red with crushed stone and salt, with black berry and blueberry character." He praises its medium body, excellent tannins, and persistent finish, calling it "crunchy."
Jeb Dunnuck, who rated the wine 94 points, notes that it comes from the "cooler eastern edge of Saint-Emilion." He describes the aromatics as featuring "ripe black cherries, leather, dried herbs, and loamy earth," and appreciates its "balanced, elegant mouthfeel and ripe, yet building tannins."
Jeff Leve from TheWineCellarInsider.com echoes these sentiments, giving the wine a score of 94 points. He highlights the nose of "black fruit, flowers, chocolate, plums, and mocha," and the palate that displays "lusciously-textured, black cherries, plums, and chocolate." Leve adds that the wine is "rich, creamy, long and sweet, with vibrancy, energy, and a touch of savory herbs on the backend."
Overall, the 2022 Faugeres is highly regarded among reviewers for its vibrant, nuanced character, balanced tannins, and concentrated flavors, with excellent reviews from multiple respected sources.
