"We made the cardiovascular challenge up the hill to Chateau Ausone, who also own Chateau Fonbel. Mr Vauthier is always on hand to show the result of his magnificent work on all his properties, always a treat. We have followed Fonbel for many years and feel this is one of their most exciting offerings.

85% merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and interestingly 10% carmenere. Red berry fruit with its usual plush exterior this will give enormous drinking pleasure from 2026 and well beyond. Great value!! James Nicholson, (April 2023)

"A juicy and flavorful red with lots of red fruits, currants, cloves and some nutmeg. It's full and layered with lots of fruit. 85% merlot, 10% cabernet sauvignon and 5% carmenere.
92 - 93 points."
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, (April 2023)

"Deep crimson hue. Fragrant and fresh like Simard but a bit more grip and length on the finish. Just the right amount of mid-palate sweetness. Normally Good Value. Drink 2026 - 2034."
16+ points.
James Lawther, Jancis Robinson Purple Pages, (April 2023)