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2016 Red Bordeaux

Château Benage Fontaine

Bordeaux Supérieur / Bordeaux Superieur, France

This Bordeaux Supérieur Red is a classic and traditional representation of the highest quality wines in the Bordeaux region

$13.99
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ABOUT THIS WINE:

Château Benage Fontaine

Château Benage Fontaine

Red Bordeaux

This unique Red wine comes from a third-generation owned estate in Bordeaux and represents one of the highest quality classifications in the region - Bordeaux Supérieur. A wine within this classification receives an elevated status by following particular standards - winemakers must use older vines in densely planted vineyards, they must take into consideration the required ripeness of fruit and sugar levels upon harvest, and wines must go through a 12-month minimum barrel aging requirement. Needless to say, this wine is spectacular! A traditional representation of a Bordeaux blend, this wine is made up of 60% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 17% Cabernet Franc. It is full-bodied and supple with beautifully well-structured tannins. Easy to appreciate on its own or paired with hard cheese and grilled or roasted meats.

ABOUT THIS WINE

Château Benage Fontaine

Château Benage Fontaine

Red Bordeaux

This unique Red wine comes from a third-generation owned estate in Bordeaux and represents one of the highest quality classifications in the region - Bordeaux Supérieur. A wine within this classification receives an elevated status by following particular standards - winemakers must use older vines in densely planted vineyards, they must take into consideration the required ripeness of fruit and sugar levels upon harvest, and wines must go through a 12-month minimum barrel aging requirement. Needless to say, this wine is spectacular! A traditional representation of a Bordeaux blend, this wine is made up of 60% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 17% Cabernet Franc. It is full-bodied and supple with beautifully well-structured tannins. Easy to appreciate on its own or paired with hard cheese and grilled or roasted meats.

Château Benage Fontaine

WINE REGION:

Outline of Bordeaux Supérieur / Bordeaux Superieur

Bordeaux Supérieur / Bordeaux Superieur

Bordeaux Supérieur offers red wines made using the typical Bordeaux grapes: Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon dominate, with a touch of Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Carménère for additional complexity. White wines are uncommon in this appellation tier. What sets Bordeaux Supérieur apart is its stricter production rules, such as required ripeness and oak aging for at least 12 months. The resulting wines are smooth and silky with deep, concentrated flavors of black cherry, plum and pumpkin spice. The beauty of Bordeaux Supérieur is that you do not need to leave it in your cellar for years. Enjoy them young as an excellent introduction to one of France's greatest wine regions.

WINE REGION

Outline of Bordeaux Supérieur / Bordeaux Superieur

Bordeaux Supérieur / Bordeaux Superieur

Bordeaux Supérieur offers red wines made using the typical Bordeaux grapes: Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon dominate, with a touch of Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Carménère for additional complexity. White wines are uncommon in this appellation tier. What sets Bordeaux Supérieur apart is its stricter production rules, such as required ripeness and oak aging for at least 12 months. The resulting wines are smooth and silky with deep, concentrated flavors of black cherry, plum and pumpkin spice. The beauty of Bordeaux Supérieur is that you do not need to leave it in your cellar for years. Enjoy them young as an excellent introduction to one of France's greatest wine regions.

FLAVOR PROFILE:

Château Benage Fontaine 2016 Red Bordeaux

Pairs well with…

Body
3
Body
Acidity
1
Acidity
Fruit Intensity
3
Fruit Intensity
Tannin
2
Tannin

Pairs well with…

FLAVOR PROFILE

Château Benage Fontaine 2016 Red Bordeaux

Pairs well with…

Body
3
Body
Acidity
1
Acidity
Fruit Intensity
3
Fruit Intensity
Tannin
2
Tannin

Pairs well with…

TASTING NOTES:

Spices

Plum

Black Cherry

Dark and red fruit flavors of red plum, black cherry, and black currant meld with dried herbaceous notes. Full-bodied and supple on the palate, this wine packs well-structured punchy tannins. A beautiful representation of a traditional Bordeaux Red Blend.

TASTING NOTES

Spices

Plum

Black Cherry

Dark and red fruit flavors of red plum, black cherry, and black currant meld with dried herbaceous notes. Full-bodied and supple on the palate, this wine packs well-structured punchy tannins. A beautiful representation of a traditional Bordeaux Red Blend.