Chateau Fonplegade [2011] 750ml/Red Chateau Fonplegade

Top quality wines from one of the oldest vineyards in Saint-Émilion

Château Fontpregard owns an 18ha field on the south slope of the Saint-Emilion hill. The hotel is conveniently located near famous chateaus such as Ausone, Bellaire, and Magdeleine. This area was already known as a special place in Roman times and is said to be one of the oldest vineyards in Saint-Émilion. From 1874 to 2004, it was owned three times by prominent local families, and since 2004 it has been run by American businessmen Dennis and Stephen Adams. The very strong calcareous soil at the back of the chateau gives it a distinctive mineral style. Obtained Ecosale certification in 2013.

Mr. and Mrs. Adams carried out improvements to the fields with the goal of raising this chateau to the top level of Saint-Emilion. We have stopped using chemicals, all fields are now organically grown, and we received Ecosale certification in 2013. There are still few certified chateaus in Bordeaux, making it a pioneer in the organic industry. We are also currently changing the planting density from 6,000 plants/ha to 8,000 plants/ha, and are focusing on further improving quality.

In order to obtain the perfect grapes and at the same time make wine to match, the chateau has installed the latest equipment and undergone extensive renovations. Aiming to produce the highest quality wine, the château uses wooden fermentation tanks that can control temperature, concrete egg-shaped fermentation tanks, custom-made barrels that allow fermentation in near-vacuum conditions, and premium barrels with clear traceability. We are working on reform. The winemaking is supervised by Michel Rolland, a well-known Bordeaux consultant, and since 2013 they have adopted a brewing method that puts grapes directly into barrels.

Deep purple. A concentrated, full-bodied wine with a distinct presence. The finish is very long, with a rich flavor of red and black fruits.

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