Chateau Fonplegade, Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2019 Chateau Les Croisille 5 day pre-fermentation crop cooling

5 day pre-fermentation crop cooling at 8°C

The palate is lighter and brighter than one might expect with red and sour cherries

a touch of pineapple and just ripe mango

river stones

but more north on the palate and aftertaste

Chateau Fonplegade, Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2019 Chateau Les Croisille 5 day pre-fermentation crop coolingIntense in colour ruby with bold purplish tints Floral hints, blackberry and cherry aromatic scents, lightly spiced by the subtle presence of fresh citrus. dominate the nose. The palate has a wonderfully powerful attack with a silky and fresh mouthfeel. Generous tannins are supported by a light and graceful mineral and salt finale.