Fontenil 1990
750 ml Merlot 90%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10% 1990
Fontenil 1990 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, steak. Cheapest offer £45.00 at Hedonism Wines.
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Hedonism Wines
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£45.00
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Taste profile
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sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Merlot + Cabernet Sauvignon prior
body
4 / 5
full
Merlot + Cabernet Sauvignon prior
tannin
3 / 5
moderate
Merlot + Cabernet Sauvignon prior
acidity
3 / 5
moderate
Merlot + Cabernet Sauvignon prior
oak
3 / 5
some
Merlot + Cabernet Sauvignon 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
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Grapes
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
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ABV
not stated by merchant
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Farming
not stated
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Vegan
not stated
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Critic score
none
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Drinking window
not stated
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Decant
not stated
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Food
inferred from grape and style
Occasions
dinner party · steak night
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About Merlot
Typical aromas: plum, blackberry, black cherry, chocolate. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
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Merchant's description
Château Fontenil is an estate based in Fronsac owned and operated by the illustrious duo of oenologists, Dany and Michel Rolland. True to their signature style, the 1990 is a sumptuously textured and rich blend of around 90% Merlot with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.
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