Chateau Fonreaud 2020

DECANTER: "Gorgeous intense aromatics on the nose, ripe fragranced black fruits and purple flowers. Juicy and lively, this has a sleek texture, really quite clean and mineral, a lick of stone gives the dominant impression while the cool acidity drives the wine forward. Still a little tight, coiled and nervous, but well worked with a good frame and crisp nature. Tannins are well integrated and this has a style to it. Bright, pulsing, good energy, not massive weight or expansion right now, it’s all kept in check but lovely individual details. One for sooner drinking with a crushed stone element to the tannins on the finish and overall mouthwatering acidity. Some chocolate too, young but yummy."

JAMES SUCKLING: "A slightly lean and linear 2020 now, with berry, currant and stone aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, fresh and clean. A little rough at the edges now. Should soften with bottle age. Drink after 2023."

JEB DUNNUCK: "I loved the nose on the 2020 Château Fonréaud, which offers up loads of currants, lead pencil, tobacco, macerated cherries, and leafy herb-like nuances that develop nicely with time in the glass. These carry to a medium-bodied, soft, supple, incredibly charming 2020 with a delicious, drink-me-now style that should keep nicely for 7-8 years."