Château Fontenil Château Fontenil 2022 750ml

Blackberry, hazelnut and tar aromas and flavors follow through to a medium body, with firm and savory tannins that run the length of the wine. Savory finish. Excellent structure.

The 2022 Château Fontenil is a beauty, and as with the Castillon region, Fronsac has some true gems that compete with the top wines. Black cherries, currants, spicy oak, and graphite all emerge from the glass, and this is full-bodied, with a layered, concentrated texture and ripe tannins. It's going to need 3-5 years of bottle age, but this brilliant 2022 is well worth seeking out.

Fresh and expressive, with cherry and red currant coulis notes entwined with light, chalky minerality and dried violet accents. Feels steady. Best from 2026 through 2033. 2,000 cases made.