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Clos du Roy 2019
FRONSAC
Fronsac
On the nose it is fruity and offers a little calcareous power as well as a fine concentration. It reveals notes of fresh strawberry, cassis and more slightly fresh blackberry associated with fine touches of racy minerality as well as a discreet hint of spices and a subtle hint of toast. On the palate it is fruity, balanced and offers juiciness, a tangy frame, minerality, straightness, roundness as well as a stretched side. The wine expresses notes of juicy raspberry, crushed blackberry and more slightly pulpy cassis associated with tonka bean, toast as well as a subtle hint of cardamom. Tannins are racy, precise and relatively supple. Score : 15.25+/20 (90-91/100)
Château Mayne-vieil - Cuvée Aliénor 2019
Fronsac
(The wine should be decanted beforehand) On the nose it is fresh and offers a fine concentration. It reveals notes of fresh wild blackberry, small red fruits and slightly rose associated with fine hints of lilac as well as a discreet hint of pepper and faugere. On the palate it is fruity, round and offers fat as well as freshness. The wine expresses notes of fresh blackberry, fleshy raspberry and more slightly crushed small fruits associated with touches of chocolate, fresh lilac as well as fine hints of ferns and a subtle hint of spices (in background). Presence of a little varietal bitterness on the finish/persistence.
Score : 14.5+/20 (88/100)
Château Mayne-vieil 2019
Fronsac
On the nose, it is fruity and offers a fine grain as well as a fine concentration. The wine benefits from being decanted beforehand. It reveals notes of luscious boysenberry, juicy / fresh purple plum and more slightly ripe red fruits associated with fine hints of lilac as well as discreet hints of spice and a very discreet hint of the varietal. On the palate it is fruity and offers juiciness, freshness, good definition, a certain roundness, fat as well as a racy minerality. The wine expresses notes of luscious / juicy raspberry, fleshy cassis and more slightly juicy / luscious plum associated with a touch of rose, lilac as well as a subtle hint of fern and discreet tip of chocolate.
Score : 14.75/20 (88-89/100)
Château Tasta 2019
Fronsac
On the nose, it is fruity, fresh and it offers a good definition, a certain gourmandize as well as a certain power in finesse. It reveals notes of bright boysenberry, crushed cassis and slighty blueberries associated with a touch of strawberry, hints of chocolate, caramelization as well as a discreet hint of toasted hazelnut. On the palate it is fruity, balanced and offers juiciness, gourmandize, a tangy frame, roundness as well as an airy side in its richness. The wine expresses notes of fleshy / pulpy blackberry, crushed cassis and more slightly raspberry associated with touches of plum, chocolate as well as fine hints of racy minerality (bring freshness) and toasted hazelnut. Tannins are precise, structuring and finely tight. Good length.
Score : 15.25+/20 (90-91/100)
Château de La Huste 2019
Fronsac
On the nose it is fruity and offers gourmandize, a small concentration, a nice fruit, a fine grain as well as elegance. It reveals notes of pulpy blackberry, fleshy cassis and more slightly crushed raspberry associated with fine touches of cornflower, rose as well as hints of racy minerality and sweet spices. On the palate it is fruity and offers juiciness, suavity, a fresh / mineral frame, gourmandize, roundness as well as a little fat. The wine expresses notes of pulpy / juicy blackberry, pulpy / juicy raspberry and more slightly fleshy / fresh plum associated with touches of cornflower, tonka bean as well as discreet hints of hazelnut and caramelization. Presence of a subtle hint of fresh hazelnut on the finish. Good length.
Score : 15.5/20 (90-91/100)
Château Barbey 2019
Fronsac
On the nose it is fresh, racy and offers a certain little intensity. It reveals notes of pulpy blueberry, pulpy cassis and slightly lily associated with touches of jammy and crushed strawberries as well as fine hints of iris and spices. On the palate it is fruity and offers juiciness, a tangy structure, minerality, energy, roundness, fat, freshness as well as a certain concentration. The wine expresses notes of blueberry, concentrated cassis and more slightly of crushed raspberry associated with touches of rose, iris as well as fine hints of toast / chocolate. Tannins are precise and finely mellow. Score : 14.75+/20 (89/100)
Château Jeandeman – La Chêneraie 2019
Fronsac
On the nose it is fruity and offers juiciness, elegance as well as a fine power. It reveals notes of cherry, juicy strawberry and more slightly juicy / tangy plum combined with touches of violet, cardamom, green pepper and spices. On the palate is fruity, balanced and offers juiciness, a tangy structure, freshness, minerality, good definition as well as a certain roundness. The wine expresses notes of juicy / tangy blackberry, juicy / tangy cherry and more slightly plum associated with touches of lilac, violet, raspberry as well as discreet hints of red plum, cardamom, nutmeg and a subtle hint of spice. Tannins are precise, racy, structuring and discreetly tight. Score : 15.75 /20 (91-92/100)
Château Labory 2019
Fronsac
On the nose it is fruity, fresh and offers a certain small concentration as well as a floral touch. It reveals notes of strawberry, cherry and more slightly juicy cassis associated with small touches of violet, lily, fine hints of spices as well as a discreet hint of pepper and a stick of fresh licorice. On the palate offers juiciness, smoothness, a tangy structure, good definition, a certain concentration, good freshness as well as a structuring tannic structure. The wine expresses notes of juicy raspberry, juicy / pulpy cherry and more slightly cassis associated with touches of violet, lily as well as fine hints of nutmeg, chocolate and a discreet hint of cuben black pepper. Tannins are present, structuring and relatively massive. Score : 15/20 (89-90/100)
Château Barrabaque – Tradition 2019
Fronsac
On the nose it is fruity and it offers gourmandize, a certain richness as well as concentration. It reveals notes of pulpy blackberry, pulpy raspberry and more slightly bright cassis associated with a touch of fresh violet, zan, green cardamom and a subtle hint of vanilla. On the palate it is fruity and offers juiciness, a fresh frame, acidity, a nice roundness, fat, a good balance as well as a certain energy. The wine expresses notes of pulpy / juicy blackberry, small juicy red berries and more slightly juicy cherry associated with touches of bright cassis, violet, cardamom as well as a discreet touch of tonka bean, caramelization and toasted hazelnut / chocolate on the finish / persistence. Tannins are elegant and smooth. Presence of a subtle flowery hint which is added at the end of the palate (brings liveliness and freshness).
Score : 16/20 (92/100)
Château Fontenil 2019
Fronsac
On the nose is fruity and offers juiciness, a little freshness, concentration in finesse as well as a little toasted / toasted side. It reveals notes of crushed blackberry, fleshy / fresh strawberries and more slightly ripe / fleshy berries associated with small touches of violet, cherry blossoms, toasted hazelnut, toasted bread, spices / pepper as well as a discreet hint of sweet spices and nutmeg. On the palate is fruity, well-balanced, racy, elegant and offers juiciness, a beautiful acidulous frame, a good definition, gourmandize, a nice racy minerality, a fine creaminess, a certain delicacy, fleshiness as well as finesse in its power and its richness. The wine expresses notes of fleshy blackberry, crushed cassis and more slightly pulpy blue berries associated with fine touches of raspberry, lilac, fresh cornflower, discreet hints of toasted, toasted almond as well as ‘with a hint of vanilla and a very discreet hint of fresh blond tobacco. Tannins are smooth and elegant. Presence of a fine hint of caramelization at the base.
Score : 16.5/20 (93/100)
Château Renard – Mondésir 2019
Fronsac
On the nose it is fruity and offers freshness, a little minerality, a certain elegance as well as a little airy character. It reveals notes of pulpy blackberry, pulpy / juicy cassis and slightly violet associated with touches of crushed redcurrants, fresh