CHATEAU FAUGERES SAINT-EMILION 750ML 2016
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Description
CHATEAU FAUGERES SAINT-EMILION is a robust red wine from the renowned Bordeaux region of France. Known for its rich flavor profile, this wine typically features notes of dark berry fruits, subtle oak, and earthy undertones, reflecting the unique terroir of Saint-Emilion.
This wine pairs excellently with a variety of dishes, including grilled lamb, beef stews, and rich pasta sauces. It also complements aged cheeses and charcuterie boards, making it a versatile choice for many meals.
Product Details
| Category | Wine |
| Color | Red |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Subregion | Bordeaux Controlee |
| Varietal | Merlot |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 750 ML |
| Container | Bottle |
| Subdepartment | FRANCE-BORDEAUX ROUGE |
Expert Reviews
The nose is redolent with ripe plums and dark cherries, as well as abundant red and purple flowers and a faint, blonde-tobacco edge. The palate delivers an ultra-rich and flavorful palate with polished, sinewy tannins that will carry this wine for some time to come. Freshness and balance, finishing taut and youthful. Full of promise, this is one of the finest recent releases from here. Try from 2023.
The 2016 Faugeres is composed of 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in 50% new and 50% one-year-old barrels for 15 months. Deep garnet-purple colored, it features baked blueberries, stewed black plums and black cherry compote with hints of spearmint, cigar box and new leather. The palate is medium to full-bodied and laced with black fruit and savory layers with a chewy frame, finishing long with a fragrant earth lift. 6,000 cases produced.
Cassis notes dominate this wine, twisted through with acidity and edged with espresso and grilled sarments. It's high impact but does settle down, its confidence on display. Matured in 50% new oak, with malolactic also carried out in 50% new oak. Michel Rolland consults.