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Fonbel 2011
St Emilion, Grand Cru
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Another St.-Emilion estate owned by the Vauthier family, the 2011 Fonbel is a straightforward, easygoing, fruity wine displaying a dark ruby color along with abundant cherry and spice notes. The finish displays slightly tangy acids. Drink it over the next 6-7 years. Score: 85 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2014-2021 Date: 01 April 2014 |
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A stylish, elegant, understated St.-Emilion, the 2011 Fonbel reveals plenty of dark berry fruit, crushed rock and acacia flower characteristics. This pure effort requires some introspection, but it is a very good, well-made wine. Drink it over the next 10-12 years. Score: 87 - 89 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2012-2024 Date: 30 April 2012 |
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The de Fonbel is a blend of 63% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot and 7% Carmenere that is raised in 30% new oak. It has a natural, undergrowth tinged bouquet that unfurls nicely in the glass and develops a lovely, fresh citrus note with aeration, quite floral in fact. The palate is medium-bodied with strict tannins on the entry. It is well balanced, tightly coiled at the moment but I think this will blossom nicely after bottling as it exhibits fine persistency. Tasted April 2012. Score: 88 - 90 Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Date: 30 April 2012 |
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63% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Petit Verdot, 7% Carmenère. Fragrant, a little floral even and a touch of cedar. Very sweet red fruit and juicy freshness. Much more approachable than the Simard. Lively and bright. (JH) Score: 16 Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2015-2021 Date: 24 April 2012 |
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Good value as usual. Attractive fruit, round, ripe tannins and a zesty freshness. Drinkable Saint-Emilion at an affordable price. Score: 15 - 16 Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2014-2020 Date: 16 April 2012 |
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A white with lots of citrus and mineral character and plums too. Medium body, with a solid density and a medium finish. Score: 88 - 89 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com Date: 01 April 2012 |
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