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2022 Chateau Fonbadet Pre-Arrival Offer
Other Reviews....
The 2022 Fonbadet is a soft, easygoing Pauillac that should drink well right out of the gate. Succulent dark plum fruit, spice, leather and a kiss of French oak are pushed forward. The 2022 is attractive but not exactly complex. Drink 2027-2037.
90-92 points
Antonio Galloni - Vinous
Very Pauillac with blackcurrant, blue berry, crushed stone and lavender character. Medium body. Fine tannins. Shows finesse with subtle character.
92-93 points
James Suckling
A consistent Pauillac, the 2022 Château Fonbadet has textbook notes of both red and black currants as well as freshly sharpened pencils, tobacco, and some subtle earthy nuances. It's balanced, medium to full-bodied, has ripe, supple tannins, and a great finish. You certainly wouldn't know it comes from an extremely hot, dry vintage by tasting it. There's enough structure here to warrant 4-6 years of bottle age, but it's an outstanding wine in the making.
91-93+ points
Jeb Dunnuck
Blackberries, black currants, cigar wrapper, mint, tobacco leaf, cocoa, flowers and espresso beans create the aromatic profile. The wine is even better on the richly-textured palate, with its layers of black cherries blackberries, currants and chewy tannins. The finish wraps everything up with a salty accent to the lingering, dark red fruits, espresso, spice, and hint of cocoa on the backend. The wine blends 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 13.5% ABV. Drink from 2026-2048.
92-94 points
Jeff Leve - The Wine Cellar Insider
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