Chateau Fonplegade Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classe 2021
Chateau Fonplegade Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classe 2021 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot (Saint-Émilion, France), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with steak, cheese board, lamb, roast chicken. Biodynamic farming is mentioned by the merchant. Cheapest offer £54.95 at Slurp.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barde Haut 2009 Chateau Barde Haut · Bordeaux | £55.00 | |||
| Clos Rene 2009 Clos Rene · Burgundy | £55.00 | |||
| De Sales 1986 Chateau de Sales · Saint-Émilion | £55.00 | |||
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'Château Fonplégade's name (literally ''fountain of plenty'') was derived from the historic 13th century stone fountain that graces the estate's vineyard. It quenched the thirst of passing pilgrims for hundreds of years, and continues to provide sustenance to the estate's vines in the driest vintages. Grapevines have thrived at this exceptional site, perched on the limestone plateau that is home to Saint-Emilion's finest vineyards, since the late 1500s. In 1852, legendary wine merchant Jean-Pierre Beylot purchased the estate and built the elegant château that still stands on the property. Enchanted by the terroir, history and grandeur of the estate, with its ancient Roman pathways and graceful vine rows, Denise and Stephen Adams acquired Château Fonplégade in 2004 and spent 17 years tirelessly revitalizing the vineyards, renovating the cellar and lovingly restoring the château. A pioneer in the Bordeaux region, they received their organic certification in 2013 followed by biodynamic certification in 2020.'