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Tasting notes

Tasting notes
Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2006-2016, Jancis Robinson MW, Apr 2002

This property, on largely sandy soils, is owned by the sister of Alain Vauthier of Ausone. Rich, sweet, plentiful. Quite gentle. (JR)

Critic scores

Critic scores
17
17/20

Jancis Robinson MW

About the producer

Château de Fonbel 1:1
de Fonbel

Owned by the same family as Ch. Ausone, Ch. de Fonbel is one of the best-value Saint-Emilion estates. It has a long history stretching back to the Roman era, however its story really begins when Alain Vauthier purchased the property in 1971.

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Product details

Grape Blend

Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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