Chateau Clos Fourtet Saint Emilion GCC 1er B 2012
Product Number: 12-83098
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| APPELLATION / REGION | St Emilion |
|---|---|
| Grape | 85% Merlot,10% Cabernet Sauvignon & 5% Cabernet Franc |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Body | Full-Bodied |
| Tasting Note | RP 95/100 Having just had the 2003 and 2005 from my cellar, I can attest to the magnificent turnaround in quality this famous estate on the eastern side of St.-Emilion has achieved. All of it is attributable to its dynamic proprietor, Philippe Cuvelier. The 2012 Clos Fourtet (usually 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc) has beautiful blackberry and blueberry fruit and an inky purple color. With flawless integration of acidity, tannin, wood and alcohol, a full-bodied mouthfeel and stunning richness, this is impressive and certainly one of the vintage's top wines. It should evolve beautifully for 15-20 years, and be drinkable in 3-4. Yields were a modest 32 hectoliters per hectare with the alcohol at 14%. WS 94/100 Gorgeous, with a pure, unadorned violet aroma giving way to very ripe and stylish plum, boysenberry and blackberry fruit. Offers a suave mouthfeel, with anise and tobacco hints filling the background. A finely stitched chalk note extends the finish. Not shy on depth, and sneakily long. Best from 2017 through 2030. Other Critic Score Jean-Marc Quarin : 94 /100 Wine Enthusiast : 94 /100 Gilbert & Gaillard : 92-94 /100 James Suckling : 92-93 /100 Stephen Tanzer : 90-92 /100 Jeannie Cho Lee : 88 /100 Jancis Robinson : 16.5 /20 |
| Rating | RP:95 WS:94 WE:94 |
| Size | 75cl |
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