Description
The impressive 18.5ha property, situated close to the famous Château Angelus, belongs to American Denise Adams who, with the advice of Michel Rolland and Stéphane Derenoncourt are now producing one of the best value for money Grand Cru Classe in St.Emilion. The investment in this château has born outstanding results.
Critics view:
“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.”
96+/100 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, robertparker.com, November 2018
