Chateau Fleur Cardinale2018
RED WINE
- Producer Chateau Fleur Cardinale
- Country France
- Region Bordeaux
- Appellation Saint-Emilion
- UPC 3760206981813
Reviews
James Suckling 94
Blackcurrant, clove, walnut-husk, tobacco and pine-cone aromas. Dried flowers and mocha, too. It's medium-to full-bodied with firm, tight-grained tannins. Polished layers of dark fruit and wood notes with a long, chewy finish. Focused. Very fine.
by JS, James Suckling , 2021
Wine Advocate 94+
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Fleur Cardinale- composed of 74% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon- leaps from the glass with vibrant notes of wild blueberries, crushed blackberries and ripe, juicy plums, plus hints of sandalwood, unsmoked cigars, menthol and licorice. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is chock-full of ripe black and blue fruits, framed by velvety tannins and beautiful freshness, finishing long with lots of mineral and exotic spice layers. A very stylish Saint-Emilion!
by LPB, Wine Advocate , 2021
Wine Enthusiast 93
The Decoster family, formerly producers of porcelain in Limoges, have given this estate considerable luster. This latest release shows a solid character, powered by dark tannins, hints of licorice and rich fruit. Cabernet Franc aromas shine through the jammy Merlot.
by RV, Wine Enthusiast , 2021
Wine Spectator 93
Ripe and focused, with tasty red and black currant fruit flavors that have a racy edge, mixed with hints of anise, bramble and steeped dark tea developing through the finish. Very solid. Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
by JM, Wine Spectator , 2021