Château Fontbaude – Sélection Vieilles Vignes 2022 – Castillon Côtes-de-Bordeaux

The nose is gourmand, aromatic and deep. It reveals notes of creamy blackberry, toast and small notes of sweet spices associated with touches of bright blueberry, roasted strawberry as well as hints of cornflower, infusion, a hint of fresh incense, a subtle sappy hint (in the background) and toasted hints. The palate is fruity, beautifully juicy, fresh, mineral and offers elegance, a beautiful energy, a crystalline side, deepness as well as a certain density. In mouth this wine expresses notes of bright blackcurrant, blueberry and small notes of bright/juicy red berries associated with fine touches of roasted/elegant fruits as well as toasted hints, cardamom, toasted almond and a subtle almost black olive/bergamot hint. Fine iodized/saline hints are revealed in the background. Tannins are mellow and sapid. Good length and beautiful freshness.