The 2008 is deep violet in colour. The nose shows ripe, red fruit aromas, a touch of vanilla & some mineral notes. The rounded, generous palate is full of red berries & spice & is underpinned by a lovely freshness & fine-grained tannins. A wine with powerful fruit intensity yet elegant structure & the long, classy finish of the very best Cahors. ...

This wine is beautifully dark & intense in colour. On the nose, it has refined ripe fruit aromas of blueberry & violet. On the palate, the tannins are silky & round & the mineral character on the finish balances the black fruit & ripe flavours. ...

The expertise shines through in every silky-smooth glassful of this seductive red. Made from a blend rich in Merlot, this sumptuous red is beaming with ripe, red berry fruit. Packed with juicy dark-berried fruit it is smooth, soft & easy to drink. A wonderful window into the great wines of St- Emilion. ...

The expertise shines through in every silky-smooth glassful of this seductive red. Made from a blend rich in Merlot, this sumptuous red is beaming with ripe, red berry fruit. Packed with juicy dark-berried fruit it is smooth, soft & easy to drink. A wonderful window into the great wines of St- Emilion. ...

Pale pink in colour, it has a very elegant & fruity bouquet. It is fresh, delicate & silky with a pleasant length. The de Saporta family have owned Chateau de Fonscolombe for almost 200 years & have continued its long winemaking history. Over the years, they have modernised the cellars, replanted the vineyards with different grape varieties & enhanced the quality of the wines, which are now some of the best in the region. The vineyard of Chateau de Fonscolombe is made up of two distinct areas, both of them located in the north of the Appellation at both ends of the Trevaresse hills. A total of 100 hectares are classified as AOC Coteaux d' Aix-en-Provence. The soil is stony clay in Le Puy Sainte Reparade & sedimentary sand that drains well in Lambesc. The estate is at an altitude of 250 metres & the nights are cooler than in the southern part of the Appellation. The average rainfall is about 600 mm a year. Limited stock. ...

Very expressive nose, perfectly typical of the grape varietal, with citrusy & exotic fruit notes. On the palate, very good balance & freshness. ...

A ruby red wine, with a vibrant red fruit bouquet. Made in a clean, fresh style with lovely balanced structure that is supported by silky smooth tannins & apinch of sweet spice. Typical merlot character continues through the long, velvet finish. 65% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. ...

A ruby red wine, with a vibrant red fruit bouquet. Made in a clean, fresh style with lovely balanced structure that is supported by silky smooth tannins & apinch of sweet spice. Typical merlot character continues through the long, velvet finish. 65% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. ...

Pale yellow with golden hints. On the nose it is very pure with aromas of citrus fruit & white peaches. The palate is medium in body & nicely balanced with zippy lemon flavours & a light peppery note on the lingering finish. 35% Sauvignon Blanc, 25% Muscadelle, 25% Semillon, 15% Sauvignon Gris. ...

Pale yellow with golden hints. On the nose, it is very pure with aromas of citrus fruit & white peaches. The palate is medium in body & nicely balanced with zippy lemon flavours & a light peppery note on the lingering finish. ...