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Fombrauge 2000

750 ml Merlot, Cabernet Franc Saint-Émilion, France 2000

Fombrauge 2000 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Saint-Émilion, France), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, charcuterie. Cheapest offer £50.00 at Hedonism Wines.

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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.35
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
body
4 / 5
full
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
tannin
3 / 5
moderate
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
acidity
3 / 5
moderate
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
oak
3 / 5
some
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Rich, smooth reds
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Colour
Red
inferred by a local model, checked against our lexicon
Origin
Saint-Émilion · France
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Grapes
Merlot, Cabernet Franc
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ABV
not stated by merchant
Farming
not stated
Vegan
not stated
Critic score
none
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Drinking window
not stated
Decant
not stated
Occasions
dinner party · steak night · gift
inferred
About Merlot
Typical aromas: plum, blackberry, black cherry, chocolate. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
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Merchant's description

Château Fombrauge is a Grand Cru Classé property situated in Saint-Émilion. The Château has been owned by Bernard Magrez since 1999, and it is one of the largest estates in Saint-Émilion, with 58.6 hectares of vineyards. The 2000 vintage represents a momentous year for both the estate and Bordeaux as a whole. It offers a captivating glimpse into the cellar-worthy potential of well-crafted Bordeaux wines and promises a memorable drinking experience for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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