Château Faugères
Château Faugères Haut Faugeres Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
4.0
Expert Rating
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Rarely Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Faugères Haut Faugeres Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a highly regarded wine from the prestigious Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. Produced in the renowned Château Faugères, this wine showcases the exceptional vineyard features of the region. The vineyards benefit from a combination of limestone and clay soils, which contribute to the wine's complexity and structure. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes and traditional techniques, resulting in a wine that beautifully expresses the terroir. This Grand Cru exhibits a rich and elegant style, with flavors of dark fruits, subtle spice, and velvety tannins. It is a true representation of the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of Saint-Émilion wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château Faugères Haut Faugeres Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is an exceptional wine that showcases the best of the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.On the nose, this wine offers a complex bouquet of ripe black fruits, such as blackberry and black cherry, accompanied by subtle hints of cedar, tobacco, and vanilla. The aromas are well-integrated and provide a sense of elegance and refinement.
The flavors of dark fruits continue to dominate, complemented by notes of chocolate, spice, and a touch of earthiness. The tannins are well-structured and provide a firm backbone to the wine, ensuring a long and satisfying finish.
Château Faugères Haut Faugeres Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but it also has great aging potential. It will continue to develop and evolve over the years, revealing even more complexity and depth.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2028
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Faugères
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
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