Château Fontenil Fronsac, a superb Right Bank Bordeaux red. Merlot-based with cassis and spice. The finest expression of Fronsac, perfect for cellaring. :

 

Château Fontenil Fronsac: A Modern Classic from Bordeaux's Right Bank

The home estate of celebrated oenologists Dany and Michel Rolland, Château Fontenil consistently delivers one of Fronsac’s most highly-rated wines. A Merlot-dominant blend grown on the appellation’s signature clay-limestone slopes, it offers the velvety texture and ripe fruit typical of the Right Bank, combined with an elegance that promises long-term cellaring.

Tasting Notes

• Colour: Deep, vivid garnet.
• Nose: Rich and expressive, featuring concentrated aromas of black cherry, cassis, and plum, underscored by subtle spice, tobacco leaf, and a hint of cedar from French oak.
• Palate: Full and suave, with a core of ripe, plush fruit and a beautifully balanced structure. The tannins are fine-grained and integrated, providing grip without austerity. The finish is long, mineral, and utterly compelling.

Pairing & Service

Serve at 16-18°C. We recommend decanting for up to an hour to soften the tannins and enhance the aromatic profile.

• Food Pairings: Traditional Roast Beef with all the trimmings (Yorkshire Pudding, Gravy), Rack of Lamb with Rosemary, Game Pie (Venison or Pheasant).
• Cellaring Potential: Excellent structure for mid-to-long term aging (10-15 years).

Fronsac 2017
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