Saint-Emilion
Discover the exceptional wines and rich history of Saint-Emilion, one of the most prestigious appellations in the Right Bank of Bordeaux. Explore the ancient underground cellars and lush vineyards of Château Ausone, one of the region's most iconic estates, or indulge in the elegant and complex blends of Château Cheval Blanc. Other notable estates include Château Figeac, known for its rich and silky wines, Château Angelus, renowned for its opulent and powerful blends, and Château Canon, known for its structured and refined wines. With a unique terroir and a focus on Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes, Saint-Emilion offers a range of flavors and styles to discover. Experience the magic of this timeless wine region today.
Saint-Emilion
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96+ (WA) | $305.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96+)Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the 2016 Fonplegade opens with a very savory nose of smoked meats, tapenade, sautéed herbs and beef drippings over a core of plum preserves, chocolate-covered cherries and cedar chest plus wafts of violets and cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate possesses both intensity and elegance, with the black fruit layers superbly framed by firm, fine-grained tannins and wonderful freshness, finishing long and mineral laced. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 94 (VN (AG)) | $179.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2017 Fonplégade is classy, polished and simply impeccable in its balance. The Fonplégade is not a huge wine, but it has really gained in finesse over the course of its aging. Sweet red cherry, pomegranate, blood orange, mint and cinnamon add character to this racy, silky, exceptionally polished Saint-Émilion. Floral overtones add brightness to the finish. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-95 (WA) | $307.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (93-95)Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Fonplegade strides confidently out of the glass with bold black cherries, warm plums and black raspberry scents plus hints of cedar chest, pencil shavings, lavender, garrigue and camphor. Full-bodied, rich and packed with expressive black fruits, it has a firm, velvety texture and just enough freshness, finishing long. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-96 (WCI) | $228.00 | |||||
The Wine Cellar Insider (94-96)Crushed rocks, currants, cherries, flowers, licorice, smoke, cocoa and espresso covers all the bases in the perfume. Elegant and edgy, silky, soft and mineral driven, the fruits show a beautiful purity, freshness and refinement on the palate, leaving you with salty tannins and sweet plums that continue to linger and expand in the finish. The wine is made from a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (DC) | $217.00 | |||||
Decanter (96)Power and structure in abundance, but it’s the spellbinding acidity that propels this stunning effort skyward. A shy nose of raspberries and sandalwood opens into a concentrated, long and impressively fruit driven palate (90% Merlot). Still grippy; needs time. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 90-92 (VN (NM)) | $142.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (90-92)The 2017 Fonroque has a perfumed bouquet with redcurrant and crushed strawberry fruit, a touch of vanilla and a faint touch of cedar and dark chocolate. It opens nicely with aeration but never gets carried away (as Alain Moueix’s wines tend not to!) The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, a fine bead of acidity, fresh and tender in the mouth with quite a long, silky finish. Delightful! |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 90-92 (VN (ST)) | $1,245.00 | |||||
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (90-92)(90% merlot and 10% cabernet franc) Bright deep ruby. Superripe, liqueur-like aromas of currant and griotte cherry. Lush, thick and concentrated, with more obvious spine than the Angelots. Firm tannins are nicely supported by the wine's impressive density. Shows more finesse than the 2000 and doesn't taste at all overextracted, despite the fact that Gracia did more pigeage than in the previous year. |
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Bordeaux | 15 | 97 (JD) | $695.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (97)In the same ballpark as the 2016, the 2015 Château Gracia is a blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon raised all in new oak. It’s another Rockstar effort from this estate that pairs sensational richness and depth with phenomenal elegance, purity and a weightlessness that’s hard to believe. Cassis, toasty oak, damp earth, violets, and smoked herb nuances all flow to a full-bodied, layered, multi-dimensional Saint-Emilion that has incredible sex appeal, yet is just as complex, layered and nuanced. It’s an incredible wine! |
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