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Created in 1985, Clos La Gaffelière is now independent, with its own winery and vat room. Made from the estate's clayey foothills, the blend is predominantly of Merlot and entirely aged without new wood, giving it a pure, delicate fruitiness (cherry, redcurrant).
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- Apogée:
- 2025-2033
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Created in 1985, Clos La Gaffelière is now independent, with its own winery and vat room. Made from the estate's clayey foothills, the blend is predominantly of Merlot and entirely aged without new wood, giving it a pure, delicate fruitiness (cherry, redcurrant).
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2026-2035
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Fombrauge, the largest vineyard in Saint-Émilion with 57 hectares, has been offering since its purchase by Mr. Magrez (1997) structured wines that do not deny their terroir, full, gourmet and devilishly seductive thanks to a luxurious maturing process.
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2023-2036
- Grape varieties:
- 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet franc
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Fombrauge, the largest vineyard in Saint-Émilion with 57 hectares, has been offering since its purchase by Mr. Magrez (1997) structured wines that do not deny their terroir, full, gourmet and devilishly seductive thanks to a luxurious maturing process.
The 2021 vintage in the press :
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 90/100
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2036
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Fombrauge, the largest vineyard in Saint-Émilion with 57 hectares, has been offering since its purchase by Mr. Magrez (1997) structured wines that do not deny their terroir, full, gourmet and devilishly seductive thanks to a luxurious maturing process.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2036
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More infused than extracted, finely oaked, with a beautiful balance between fresh fruit and velvety tannins, this sapid and sensual Dragon is more than a second wine.
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2027-2035
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More infused than extracted, finely oaked, with a beautiful balance between fresh fruit and velvety tannins, this sapid and sensual Dragon is more than a second wine.
The 2022 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (February 2025): 91/100 "Dark, intense, slightly evolved colour. Very fine nose with pure, fresh fruit. Fat on the attack and immediately very fruity, the wine glides across the palate leaving a fine fatness on the tongue and a blackberry flavour on the finish. Very good."
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 90/100
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2035
- Potential alcohol:
- 15.7%
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More infused than extracted, finely oaked, with a beautiful balance between fresh fruit and velvety tannins, this sapid and sensual Dragon is more than a second wine.
The 2021 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (April 2022): 90/100 “Deep, dark purple color. Intense nose of fresh, ripe fruit. Fascinating mouthfeel with a nuance of blackberry jelly that enlivens the palate. Juicy, noble and fine. The finish is long and unputdownable. A delight!"
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2035
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More infused than extracted, finely oaked, with a beautiful balance between fresh fruit and velvety tannins, this sapid and sensual Dragon is more than a second wine.
The 2020 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (February 2024): 92/100 “Dark color. Superb, suave, fresh, ripe and subtle nose, on a par with Quintus. A touch of vanilla. Meticulous on entry, juicy in the middle, with class in the touch, the wine melts in the finish, long, sappy and unputdownable.”
Vinous (N.Martin - November 2024): 92/100 “The 2020 Le Dragon de Quintus has a perfumed nose with cedar-scented red berry fruit, forest floor and tobacco aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with light tannins. It is nicely balanced and elegant in style, with a brisk, peppery finish that has the sapidity to tempt you back.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2035
- Potential alcohol:
- 15.2%
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More infused than extracted, finely oaked, with a beautiful balance between fresh fruit and velvety tannins, this sapid and sensual Dragon is more than a second wine.
The 2018 vintage in the press:
Jean-Marc Quarin (February 2024): 90/100 “Dark, lively color. Nose of medium intensity, fruity and spicy. Suave on the palate, with a melting, caressing body and nuanced sensations. Normal length, with coated tannins. Very pleasing overall for its savory aspect.”More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2030
- Potential alcohol:
- 15%
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More infused than extracted, finely oaked, with a beautiful balance between fresh fruit and velvety tannins, this sapid and sensual Dragon is more than a second wine.
The 2017 vintage in the press:
Vinous (N. Martin - September 2019): 90/100 "The 2017 Le Dragon de Quintus has a fragrant bouquet, quite floral with red berry fruit, red plums, hints of marmelade and oyster shells. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin and well judged acidity. This Deuxième Vin has a nonchalance about it. Open and approachable with peppery notes towards the harmonious finish. Delicious."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2021-2028
- Potential alcohol:
- 14.5%
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Small vineyard of 8.8 ha north-east of Saint-Émilion, property Garcin (Clos l'Église, Barde-Haut) since 2013. Their aim is not to produce yet another "competition animal" but a generously fruity, delicious, creamy, easily and quickly accessible Saint-Émilion.
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2027-2034
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Small vineyard of 8.8 ha north-east of Saint-Émilion, property Garcin (Clos l'Église, Barde-Haut) since 2013. Their aim is not to produce yet another "competition animal" but a generously fruity, delicious, creamy, easily and quickly accessible Saint-Émilion.
The 2021 vintage in the press:
Vinous (N.Martin - November 2023): 93/100 “The 2021 Poesia has a very well-defined bouquet with a touch more harmony than its stablemate, Barde-Haut: heightened red cherry and iodine scents, quite floral in style. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit, a vibrant and vivacious Saint-Emilion driven by the limestone terroir. Sapid on the finish, this is very fine.”
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2033
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Small vineyard of 8.8 ha north-east of Saint-Émilion, property Garcin (Clos l'Église, Barde-Haut) since 2013. Their aim is not to produce yet another "competition animal" but a generously fruity, delicious, creamy, easily and quickly accessible Saint-Émilion.
The 2020 vintage in the press:
Vinous (N.Martin - November 2024): 92/100 “The 2020 Poesia has another well-defined bouquet with blackberry, tobacco and light forest floor scents, very refined. The palate is medium-bodied with dry, grainy tannins and moderate weight. It is pliant toward the finish with a fine bead of acidity, fanning out with a sense of confidence that bodes well for the future.”
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2033
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This 17-hectare vineyard, located in the extension of Troplong-Mondot, forms a magnificent south-facing amphitheater. Under the guidance of Hélène Garcin (Poésia, Clos l'Église) and her husband Patrice Lévêque, Barde-Haut offers vintage after vintage intense, rich and opulent wines, without ever falling into the trap of over-ripeness.
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2033
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This 17-hectare vineyard, located in the extension of Troplong-Mondot, forms a magnificent south-facing amphitheater. Under the guidance of Hélène Garcin (Poésia, Clos l'Église) and her husband Patrice Lévêque, Barde-Haut offers vintage after vintage intense, rich and opulent wines, without ever falling into the trap of over-ripeness.
The 2021 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (February 2024): 92/100
Vinous (A. Galloni - December 2023): 92/100 “The 2021 Barde-haut is laced with black cherry, plum, mocha, spice, new leather and tobacco. This soft, juicy Saint-Emilion is supple full of near- and medium-term appeal. It's a fine effort from Hélène Garcin and Patrice Lévêque in this very challenging vintage.”
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 91/100
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2028-2040
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This 17-hectare vineyard, located in the extension of Troplong-Mondot, forms a magnificent south-facing amphitheater. Under the guidance of Hélène Garcin (Poésia, Clos l'Église) and her husband Patrice Lévêque, Barde-Haut offers vintage after vintage intense, rich and opulent wines, without ever falling into the trap of over-ripeness.
The 2020 vintage in the press:
Vinous (A. Galloni - December 2022): 95/100 "The 2020 Barde-Haut is just as compelling it was from barrel. Blueberry jam, crème de cassis, hard candy, spice, new leather and lavender infuse the 2020 with exotic beauty. Soft contours and silky tannins add to its immediacy. Bright acids lend vibrancy to play off all the natural opulence. The 2020 is a fine vintage of bade-haut, one of the best in recent memory. The intensely saline finish alone is a thing of beauty."
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- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2040
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The terraces of Moulin Saint-Georges (7 ha) face those of Ausone (same owner). Thanks to the quality of its terroir and the refined style of its wines, Moulin Saint-Georges is a sure bet in the appellation. As the Revue du Vin de France's 2024 guide points out, "quality has been impressively consistent for over two decades, and prices remain reasonable. The only regret is the quantities available...".
Like all Vauthier vineyards (Ausone, La Clotte, Haut-Simard...), Moulin Saint-Georges began its conversion to organic farming in 2020.More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2026-2038
- Organic certification:
- 2023
- Grape varieties:
- 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet franc
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The terraces of Moulin Saint-Georges (7 ha) face those of Ausone (same owner). Thanks to the quality of its terroir and the refined style of its wines, Moulin Saint-Georges is a sure bet in the appellation. As the Revue du Vin de France's 2024 guide points out, "quality has been impressively consistent for over two decades, and prices remain reasonable. The only regret is the quantities available...".
Like all Vauthier vineyards (Ausone, La Clotte, Haut-Simard...), Moulin Saint-Georges began its conversion to organic farming in 2020.The 2020 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2024): 92/100 “A well-made classic evoking beautiful spicy tones. It will develop elegance with time”.
Vinous (N.Martin - November 2024): 93/100 “The 2020 Moulin Saint Georges has a more austere, introspective bouquet compared to its peers. Despite its tertiary style, there is fruit here ; it just needs time to unlock it. The palate is medium-bodied, delineated and refreshingly saline, with fine-grained tannins and a dash of white pepper toward the finish. This is yet another classy Saint-Emilion to add to the roaster.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2026-2038
- Organic certification:
- 2023
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The terraces of Moulin Saint-Georges (7 ha) face those of Ausone (same owner). Thanks to the quality of its terroir and the refined style of its wines, Moulin Saint-Georges is a sure bet in the appellation. As the Revue du Vin de France's 2024 guide points out, "quality has been impressively consistent for over two decades, and prices remain reasonable. The only regret is the quantities available...".
Like all Vauthier vineyards (Ausone, La Clotte, Haut-Simard...), Moulin Saint-Georges began its conversion to organic farming in 2020.The 2019 vintage in the press:
Vinous (N. Martin - January 2023): 90/100 “The 2019 Moulin Saint-Georges has a focused, liquorice-tinged bouquet, cedar and tobacco, touches of mint emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, a little dry, feeling quite linear and strict towards the finish"
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2026-2038
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The terraces of Moulin Saint-Georges (7 ha) face those of Ausone (same owner). Thanks to the quality of its terroir and the refined style of its wines, Moulin Saint-Georges is a sure bet in the appellation. As the Revue du Vin de France's 2024 guide points out, "quality has been impressively consistent for over two decades, and prices remain reasonable. The only regret is the quantities available...".
Like all Vauthier vineyards (Ausone, La Clotte, Haut-Simard...), Moulin Saint-Georges began its conversion to organic farming in 2020.The 2017 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (October 2020): 92/100 “Juicy on the attack, very tasty, fat and even powerful for the vintage, the wine finishes long while retaining meticulousness in the touch. This vintage brings an extra sweetness that suits its type well. It's very good."
Bettane et Dessauve (December 2020): 15/20 “30% of the vineyard froze. The remaining 70% gives a slender tannin with a tonic and elegant finish.”
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2032
- Potential alcohol:
- 13%
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The terraces of Moulin Saint-Georges (7 ha) face those of Ausone (same owner). Thanks to the quality of its terroir and the refined style of its wines, Moulin Saint-Georges is a sure bet in the appellation. As the Revue du Vin de France's 2024 guide points out, "quality has been impressively consistent for over two decades, and prices remain reasonable. The only regret is the quantities available...".
Like all Vauthier vineyards (Ausone, La Clotte, Haut-Simard...), Moulin Saint-Georges began its conversion to organic farming in 2020.More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2018-2026
- Potential alcohol:
- 13%
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The amateur looking for fine and easily digestible classified great wines should be interested in Fonroque. In organic cultivation since 2006 and biodynamic cultivation since 2008, Fonroque offers an original vision of the terroir of the Saint-Émilion plateau, made up of freshness, elegance and controlled, melting power. A “wine of emotion”, as Michel Bettane and Thierry Desseauve describe it.
Alain Moueix, its director (and former owner), is clearly showing the way forward for the future of Bordeaux's great wines, on all shores.More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2027-2037
- Organic certification:
- 2006
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The amateur looking for fine and easily digestible classified great wines should be interested in Fonroque. In organic cultivation since 2006 and biodynamic cultivation since 2008, Fonroque offers an original vision of the terroir of the Saint-Émilion plateau, made up of freshness, elegance and controlled, melting power. A “wine of emotion”, as Michel Bettane and Thierry Desseauve describe it.
Alain Moueix, its director (and former owner), is clearly showing the way forward for the future of Bordeaux's great wines, on all shores.The 2022 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026) : 94/100 Coupe de ♥ "The superb 2022 shows the contemporary direction of Saint-Émilion, with the search for a very frank expression of the Merlot-Cabernet Franc duo. An aromatic wine (liquorice, black fruits, flowers...), full of light, sincere, full-bodied, with a fresh, straightforward finish."
En Magnum (May 2025):"The very high age of the vineyard, with some Cabernet plots over 80 years old, is one of the factors behind this wine's success, with its notes of cedar on the nose and spices in the tannin. A successful 2020 vintage with finesse, a fruity character and tannins that are not harsh. We recommend it."
Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2025): 92/100 "The 2022 Fonroque is plush, sensual and quite deep. Silky tannins enshroud a core of dark cherry/plum fruit, new leather, spice, menthol and espresso. This juicy, open-knit Saint-Émilion from Alain Moueix is a winner."
J.M Quarin (February 2025): 92/100 "Dark, intense purple colour. Very aromatic nose, pure, subtle, with fresh fruit. Delicate on the entry, delicate in the middle, with taste and a refined touch, the wine develops aromatically, bouncing back, sappy, towards a long finish with noble tannicity. A very good wine. The best ever made with the 2020."
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 95/100
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2033
- Organic certification:
- 2006
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The amateur looking for fine and easily digestible classified great wines should be interested in Fonroque. In organic cultivation since 2006 and biodynamic cultivation since 2008, Fonroque offers an original vision of the terroir of the Saint-Émilion plateau, made up of freshness, elegance and controlled, melting power. A “wine of emotion”, as Michel Bettane and Thierry Desseauve describe it.
Alain Moueix, its director (and former owner), is clearly showing the way forward for the future of Bordeaux's great wines, on all shores.The 2021 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2025): 91/100 “A half-bodied wine with beautiful tones of spices and tangy red fruit. There's a real sincerity of expression, and the al dente ripeness of the grapes can be perceived in this firm, still tight finish.”
Vinous (A. Galloni - December 2023): 92/100 “The 2021 Fonroque is an exotic, beguiling wine. Deep and intensely savory, the 2021 offers a striking mix of merlot fruit and Cabernet Franc aromatics. Crushed flowers, mint, spice, rose petal and bright red-toned fruit all run through silky super-expressive Saint-Emilion.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2033
- Organic certification:
- 2006
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The amateur looking for fine and easily digestible classified great wines should be interested in Fonroque. In organic cultivation since 2006 and biodynamic cultivation since 2008, Fonroque offers an original vision of the terroir of the Saint-Émilion plateau, made up of freshness, elegance and controlled, melting power. A “wine of emotion”, as Michel Bettane and Thierry Desseauve describe it.
Alain Moueix, its director (and former owner), is clearly showing the way forward for the future of Bordeaux's great wines, on all shores.The 2020 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (September 2023): 93/100 “Dark color and density characterize this 2020. A wine with an austere approach, both on the nose and on the palate. Clearly far too young, its mass needs to be refined in bottle. A Saint-Emilion of impressive stature, whose ageing is gradually becoming integrated. Not to be opened until 2027”.
Jean-Marc Quarin (March 2023): 94/100 “Dark, intense, slightly evolved color. Deep, highly aromatic nose. Nuances of fresh fruit. Touch of citrus. Soft on the entry, particularly aromatic in the middle, subtle and even complex as it evolves, this full-bodied wine evolves long, with an unprecedented grace in its touch. It's superb!"
Vinous (N. Martin - December 2022): 90/100 “I suggested/hoped that the Fonroque 2020 would show more finesse when bottled, and it seems to have heard my words. With aromas of blackberry, brioche and light undergrowth on the nose, this wine shows greater refinement. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly angular tannins, fresh and saline, with a hint of black pepper on the finish. With a slightly Medoc style and good length, it should age well in bottle.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2033
- Organic certification:
- 2006
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The amateur looking for fine and easily digestible classified great wines should be interested in Fonroque. In organic cultivation since 2006 and biodynamic cultivation since 2008, Fonroque offers an original vision of the terroir of the Saint-Émilion plateau, made up of freshness, elegance and controlled, melting power. A “wine of emotion”, as Michel Bettane and Thierry Desseauve describe it.
Alain Moueix, its director (and former owner), is clearly showing the way forward for the future of Bordeaux's great wines, on all shores.The 2019 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (September 2022): 94/100 “This wine can go unnoticed in horizontal tastings, yet remains a must-have in great vintages. Its very dense color baffles. On the palate, this wine has accustomed us to more finesse. This powerful vintage suddenly softens in the silky-textured finish, tinged with sweet spices and stone fruits (plum, cherry).”
Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2022): 92/100 "The 2019 Fonroque is a rich, hedonistic wine bursting at the seams with super-ripe red cherry fruit, chocolate and sweet spice. Racy and voluptuous, this is one of the more full-throttle wines of the year. This is not a shy wine by ane means."
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2033
- Organic certification:
- 2006
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The amateur looking for fine and easily digestible classified great wines should be interested in Fonroque. In organic cultivation since 2006 and biodynamic cultivation since 2008, Fonroque offers an original vision of the terroir of the Saint-Émilion plateau, made up of freshness, elegance and controlled, melting power. A “wine of emotion”, as Michel Bettane and Thierry Desseauve describe it.
Alain Moueix, its director (and former owner), is clearly showing the way forward for the future of Bordeaux's great wines, on all shores.The 2018 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (December 2022): 95/100 “Certified biodynamic, Fonroque delivers a wine that never forces its nature and respects balance. It possesses fruit and velvety flesh that continue to blossom over time. Young, 2018 shows great freshness with mineral accents. But it is with age that it best expresses the imprint of its terroir. Warm vintages are remarkable”.
Vinous (N. Martin - January 2021): 90/100 "The 2018 Fonroque, which I gave an hour's decant, has retained its very opulent, quite ostentatious bouquet of black cherries, fig, cassis and touches of black olive. The palate is medium-bodied and candied on the entry. This is very exuberant, with blood-orange-infused red fruit, gaining better focus toward the delineated finish. I wish the aromatics were just toned down a notch, because otherwise, this is a decent Saint-Émilion."
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2035
- Organic certification:
- 2006
- Potential alcohol:
- 14.5%
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The amateur looking for fine and easily digestible classified great wines should be interested in Fonroque. In organic cultivation since 2006 and biodynamic cultivation since 2008, Fonroque offers an original vision of the terroir of the Saint-Émilion plateau, made up of freshness, elegance and controlled, melting power. A “wine of emotion”, as Michel Bettane and Thierry Desseauve describe it.
Alain Moueix, its director (and former owner), is clearly showing the way forward for the future of Bordeaux's great wines, on all shores.More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2033
- Organic certification:
- 2006
- Potential alcohol:
- 14.5%
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An oenologist by training, Ms. Papon-Nouvel owns two tiny properties at the bottom of Saint-Émilion near Canon-La Gaffelière: Petit Gravet Aîné (2.4 ha) and Clos Saint-Julien (1.3 ha), where the vines are mainly old cabernets francs. From the vine to the cellar, she manages all the stages in the production of her wines on her own and, whatever the vintage, her talent as an instinctive winemaker gives wines of natural elegance and exemplary sweetness.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2027-2036
- Organic certification:
- 2011