Château Fonplegade 2019 – Saint-Emilion Grand Cru

The nose is elegant, aromatic and offers power as well as intensity (finesse). It reveals notes of wild blackberry, pulpy / juicy cassis and small notes of crushed raspberry associated with touches of violet / lilac, juicy black plum as well as hints of black pepper, nutmeg, cocoa and discreet hints of incense. The palate is fruity, elegant, racy and offers juiciness, gourmandise, a fine acidulous frame, finesse, a fine tension as well as freshness. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of pulpy / juicy cassis, pulpy / juicy raspberry and small notes of crunchy / acidulous red berries associated with hints of acidulous plum as well as hints of tonka beans, fresh blond tobacco and very slight hints of spices. Tannins are elegant and well-built. Good length.