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Fonbel 2010

RegionBordeaux
Subregion France > Bordeaux > Right Bank > St Emilion
ColourRed
TypeStill
Grape VarietyMerlot/Cabernet Sauvignon

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Tasting Notes

Tasted at Chateau Ausone, the Fonbel '10 is a little reticent on the nose at first, opening with attractive oyster shell notes accompanying the bright red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins. It is well balanced with black cherries and redcurrant, a welcome pinch of spice towards the tightly coiled finish. Perhaps I was expecting a little more persistency after its bottle showing, although it serves as a decent follow-up to the 2009 Fonbel. Tasted November 2012.

89
Neal Martin, RobertParker.com, February 2013

Sister of Ausone. Dark cherry red. Very rich nose. Then thick and flattering. A bit sweeter than one associates with a premier grand cru. Then a little bit dry but not forced.

16
Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com, April 2011

Bright and fruity with a lovely purity of cherries and berries, minerals and firm tannins. Lively acidity. The 7 percent Carméncre gives this a lively and unique style.

91/92
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, April 2011
93
Tim Atkin MW, timatkin.com, April 2011

Lively, fresh and accented towards the fruit. Has the originality of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Petit Verdot in the blend. Good value, easy drinking. Drink 2013-2018.

15.5
James Lawther MW, Decanter.com, April 2011
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Very dark berried, slightly herbaceous fruit on the nose that is well defined and quite rustic compared to recent vintages. The palate is full-bodied with firm, strict tannins, somehow reminding me of a Malbec. Good weight and length, but not as complex as the 2009. Tasted March 2011.

87/89
Neal Martin, RobertParker.com, April 2011
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