Château de la Dauphine - Fronsac, 2014
Château de la Dauphine is one of the oldest properties in the area. Its origin tracing back to the late 16th century. The Chateau ownership changed a few times since then, and today it is listed among the most renowned and finest producers in Fronsac.
The estate, with its refined Château, sits on the top of a slope overlooking the confluence of the Dordogne and Isle rivers.
Dark ruby and deep to the eye. On the palate, this Bordeaux presents a good concentration (medium+ intensity) with ripe red and black fruit and a really nice spiciness. Notes of red and black plums, blackberry and cherry mixed with bramble, a touch of prunes and chocolate. Even a hint of anise.
On the palate, the wine is full in body with a ripe and attractive fruitiness (mostly black fruit). Very plummy in the attack. A lovely spiciness in the mid-palate, with nuances of thyme, espresso coffee, cedar wood, liquorice and thyme. Structure wise, the tannins are medium to high, very smooth and ripe. Nice acidity (medium+). Great balance overall. A very good wine at this price point.