La Closerie de Fourtet 2022

La Closerie de Fourtet 2022 is an elegant, fragrant, and supple red wine produced as the second wine of Premier Grand Cru Classé Château Clos Fourtet. Sourced primarily from clay-limestone soils on the famed Saint-Émilion plateau, it is vinified with meticulous attention to detail to capture the natural freshness and purity of its terroir. In the glass, it exhibits a vibrant ruby-purple color with bright aromas of juicy dark cherry, plum, wild raspberry, dried mint, black tea, and a touch of cocoa. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, smooth, and balanced, offering a core of succulent fruit framed by silky tannins, crisp graphite mineral undertones, and a clean, refreshing finish.

Food Pairing: Pairs wonderfully with roasted lamb chops, braised beef short ribs, grilled pork tenderloin, roasted duck breast, mushroom risotto, and aged gouda or Comté.

93 Points - James Suckling