| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | France > Bordeaux > Right Bank > St Emilion |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
A sleeper of the vintage from Ausone’s proprietor, Alain Vauthier, this beautifully made St.-Emilion is the poor person’s Ausone. The 2004 Fonbel’s deep ruby/purple color is followed by aromas of minerals, creme de cassis, blackberries, and licorice. Elegant, medium-bodied, and pure with loads of fruit, an enticing texture, and a long finish, it can be drunk over the next 7-8 years.
Very attractive blackberry and wet earth character on the nose and palate. Medium- to full-bodied, with good tannins and a medium finish. Nice and silky wine. This is a 50-acre estate on the plains of St.-Emilion. It's 75 percent Merlot and the rest is Cabernet Sauvignon. This is better than the 2003.
So dark purple it is almost blue. Very sharp, almost harsh nose which gave way to a creamy palate reminiscent of the violet cream in a chocolate assortment. A little bit overworked with lots of acidity but with well managed tannins. An Alain (Ausone) Vauthier wine. Drink 2010-16
