Château Dalem 2020
Fronsac AOC
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Fronsac is one of Bordeaux's most underrated regions, producing wines of character and depth, and always great value. From its finest estate, perched high on a hill, this 94-point 2020 has superb fruity depth, chocolaty spice and texture. A top buy.
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Wine Details
Flavour Profile
Tasting notes
Velvety texture, with freshness and round tannins, intense fruit
Aroma
Black forest gateau, baked plums, chocolatey spice, earthy
Allergy information
Contains Sulphites
The Wine
Fronsac's fine Château Dalem perches high on a hill, surrounded by its 14 hectares of sloping vineyards. It's an historic estate, with records dating back to 1610, and stayed in the same family until 1955. Michel Rullier then took it over and today it's run with great success by his descendant, Brigitte Rullier-Loussert. Its vineyards are nearly all planted to Merlot, with a small amount of Cabernet Franc, and tended with meticulous care. As you can see from critics' scores (94 points from James Suckling and 91-93 from Wine Advocate), it is an admired claret and one that ages very well too. Matured in French oak (50% new), it has structure and length, but above all an appealing fruity depth. Perfect with roast meat or wild mushroom risotto.
Fronsac's fine Château Dalem perches high on a hill, surrounded by its 14 hectar...
Aromas of spiced plums and cocoa-dusted blueberries with hints of walnuts and dry earth. Succulent
James Suckling
Critic, 94 Points
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