Tastong notes : Fronsac

Château Dalem

2023

Sharp, deep and expressive, the nose reveals its pretty bouquet of black fruits, spices, flowers with a very delicate oak. The attack on the palate is full, dense, with an elegant aromatic intensity. Well structured and well balanced. The tannins are firm and accompanied by a fine acidity. Fresh, fruity finish and a convincing length.

Tasted en primeurs in April 2024.

Score: 92-93/100


2022

Delicate, fresh and airy, the nose reveals an intense bouquet of blackcurrant, blackberry, black berries, pepper with subtle floral notes and a most delicate woody. The attack on the palate is fine, silky with a refined aromatic expression. The tannins are round, elegant and give structure and elegance to the wine. A fine acidity brings balance and also freshness. Finish full of fruit, finesse and length.

Tasted in February 2025.

Score: 94/100


Château de La Huste

2023

Fine, racy and of a beautiful intensity, on the nose, you can easily perceive its notes of black fruits, spices, mixed with fine woody notes. On the palate, it is well structured and properly balanced. Firm tannins and medium acidity. Final full of fruit and freshness, with a correct length.

Tasted en primeurs in April 2024.

Score: 91-92/100


2022

Fine, fresh and aromatic, you can easily perceive notes of black fruits, spices, with a floral touch that brings elegance. The mouth is delicate, refined, with a beautiful structure but especially a very nice fruity expression. The tannins are round and accompanied by a fine acidity, the balance is ideal. The finish is fresh, fruity and of a very interesting length.

Tasted in February 2025.

Score: 92/100


Château de La Rivière

2016

The nose is seductive by its freshness, richness and intensity; we discover a very nice bouquet of black fruits, licorice, vanilla, chocolate with a touch of mushroom notes. The attack on the palate is delicate, round and well structured. The wine gains in volume gradually. The tannins are round, charming and are accompanied by a fine tension. Mineral finish, fresh and of a very pleasant length. A wine that is good to enjoy today.

Tasted in June 2023.

Score: 92/100


Château Plain Point

2016

On the nose, notes of ripe black fruit burst from the starters; subsequently, spicy notes, undergrowth and truffles appear gradually and give depth. The palate is round and has a great depth of aroma. The tannins are round, straight and are the backbone of this wine. Mineral finish where the fruit and truffle radiate with elegance and persistence.

Tasted in November 2024.

Score: 90/100