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Tasting notes
Score 93/100 · Drink 2018-2030, Jeb Dunnuck, Nov 2017

The 2012 Château Fonplegade is also gorgeous and shows how strong 2012 was for Saint-Emilion (and Pomerol and Graves). Cassis, violets, toasty oak, licorice and damp earth notes all emerge from this full-bodied, concentrated, ripe and sexy wine that has terrific purity and depth.

Critic scores

Critic scores
92
92/100

Average Score

93
93/100

Robert Parker

93
93/100

Robert Parker

More reviews and scores

15.5 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 15.5/20 · Drink 2020-2030, Jancis Robinson MW, Jan 2016

Tasted blind. Dark crimson. Quite rich and ripe on the nose. Sweet start and very gentle tannins on the mid palate until some rather grainy, drying tannins on the finish. Ambitious. (JR)

91 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 91/100 · Drink 2017-2027, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jan 2016

Initially deep and powerful, the 2012 Fonplégade finds greater finesse with time in the glass, while never losing its essential energy. Hints of rose petal, crushed raspberries and dash of white pepper add lift to the intense finish. The 2012 needs time to unwind, but it is impressive, that much is clear.

92 points
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider
Score 92/100 · Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider, Nov 2015

About the producer

Fonplegade
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Product details

Grape Blend

Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

14%

Classification

Grand Cru Classé

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