Chateau Fombrauge Saint Emilion 2019

Chateau Fombrauge Saint Emilion 2019Chteau Fombrauge, one of the oldest crus of Saint milion, boasts a rich history dating back to the 16th century. This esteemed estate is located around Saint Christophe des Bardes, where the vineyard spans 58 hectares of clay limestone soils typical of the Saint milion region. The meticulous parcel by parcel management, combined with advanced technology like drones for maturity mapping, underscores the estate's commitment to quality. The 2019 vintage

followed by layered notes of rose petals

Wine aged exclusively in concrete to retain purity of both fruit and terroir

700 bottles were produced after resting a year and a half in 25% new French oak barrels

Drink now or over the next 10-15 years

especially given the scale of his project

chalk-inflected subsoils keep acids vivid and aromatics precise

principally from the 'Cerrete' vineyard which graces the highest point in Montefalco

layers of bright elderberries and a medley of exotic spices unfold

with thoroughly engaging nuances of white fruit of different ripeness

Gimonnet-Gonet's L'Origine Brut is made from 100% Chardonnay from the Grand Cru villages of Oiry

Villa Ilangi is located in the countryside a few miles away from Florence in the Chianti DOCG denomination

turned earth and fresh herbs