2020 Le Defi de Fontenil Vin de France France France Wine Tasting Note
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2020
Le Defi de Fontenil (Vin de France)
Deeply colored, you are instantly enticed by the nuances of smoke, flowers, black raspberries, licorice, and dark chocolate-covered, spicy plums. Opulent, full-bodied, luxurious and seductive, the finish builds and lingers with its layers of fruit, crushed rocks, chalk, espresso and chocolate. Drink it with a bit of age and enjoy it over the next 15-20 years. Drink from 2024-2040. 1,417 Views Tasted Mar 21, 2023 |
When to Drink Chateau Fontenil, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Chateau Fontenil is better with at least 2-3 years of aging in good vintages. Young vintages can be decanted for up to 1 hour, helping the wine soften to help develop the aromatic character.
Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment. Chateau Fontenil offers its best drinking and should reach peak maturity between 3-15 years of age after the vintage.
Serving Chateau Fontenil with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Chateau Fontenil is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift.
Chateau Fontenil is best paired with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Chateau Fontenil is also good when matched with Asian dishes, rich fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.