Château Carlmagnus – Fronsac – Red – 2021
35,16 $
A flagship Fronsac from Bordeaux’s Right Bank, Château Carlmagnus is a Merlot-dominant blend offering a rich, velvety palate of black fruit, spice box, and earthy complexity. A seductive, full-bodied red wine with excellent aging potential.
Château Carlmagnus – Fronsac – Red – 2021:
Château Carlmagnus: Right Bank Royalty from Fronsac
Named in homage to Emperor Charlemagne, who once fortified the Fronsac area, Château Carlmagnus stands as a flagship wine of this often-overlooked Right Bank appellation. This Merlot-dominant blend is cultivated on exceptional clay-limestone soils, yielding a wine that perfectly balances opulence, structure, and elegance. It’s a compelling Bordeaux that offers incredible complexity and aging potential.
Tasting Notes & Flavor Profile
- Color: Deep, garnet-purple hue.
- Nose: A perfumed, intense bouquet of ripe black and blue fruit-think plum preserves, blackberry pie, and blueberry compote-complemented by exotic notes of spice box, hoisin, and dark chocolate from expert oak aging.
- Palate: Full-bodied, rich, and seductive, the palate is loaded with spicy black fruit flavors. The texture is beautifully velvety, supported by ripe, rounded tannins and a core of freshness. The finish is long, earthy, and boasts a distinct peppery lift.
Pairing & Serving Excellence
This powerful Fronsac is best served slightly below room temperature (63-65°F or 17-18°C). Its richness and tannic structure make it an ideal partner for hearty, slow-cooked meats. Decanting for an hour is recommended to allow the complex aromas to fully blossom.
Fronsac 2021
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| Domain | Château Carlmagnus |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Country | France |
| Color | RED |
| Region | Bordeaux / Libournais |
| Format | 750 ml |
| Packing | 12 |
