🍷 Red Wine – AOC Listrac-Médoc
Château Fonréaud Clos des Demoiselles 2012: A Red of Character and Elegance
Château Fonréaud Clos des Demoiselles, from the AOC Listrac-Médoc appellation, is an exceptional red wine that reflects all the richness and elegance of the Médoc's great vintages. This vintage is distinguished by its aromatic complexity, refined structure, and aging potential, making it an ideal choice for accompanying prestigious meals or special occasions.
🔍 Main features:
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Name : Château Fonréaud Clos des Demoiselles
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Vintage : 2012
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Appellation : AOC Listrac-Médoc
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Wine region : Bordeaux, France
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Grape varieties : Blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, providing power, balance and complexity .
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Alcohol content : 13%
👁️ Wine profile:
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Color : Deep garnet with ruby highlights, testifying to its evolution and concentration.
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Nose : Complex bouquet of ripe black fruits mixed with woody, spicy and slightly smoky notes, resulting from its aging in oak barrels.
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Palate : Silky attack with fine, well-integrated tannins. Ripe fruit flavors blend harmoniously with nuances of vanilla, dark chocolate, and licorice. Long, balanced, and elegant finish.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings:
Château Fonréaud Clos des Demoiselles pairs perfectly with:
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Roasted or grilled red meats (rib steak, prime rib).
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Slow-cooked dishes such as beef bourguignon or Provençal stew.
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Game (roe deer, hare).
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Platters of mature cheeses (truffled Brie, aged Comté).
Suggestion : Fillet of beef with morels or rack of lamb roasted with herbs.
🕰️ Consumption & Service:
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Serving temperature : Serve between 16°C and 18°C to reveal the full complexity of its aromas.
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Preparation : Aeration for approximately 1 hour before tasting is recommended to release its evolved aromas.
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Aging potential : When mature, can be enjoyed now, or kept for another 5 to 8 years to explore its subtle evolution.
🌿 Commitment & Terroir:
Produced from the gravelly, clay-limestone soils typical of the Médoc region, Château Fonréaud Clos des Demoiselles benefits from an exceptional terroir that gives the wine its finesse and depth. Carefully vinified and aged in French oak barrels for 12 to 18 months, it reflects all the tradition and excellence of the great wines of Bordeaux.
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