Château Fombrauge 2022 is a rich and expressive Saint-Émilion, offering layers of blackberry, black cherry, plum, violets, cocoa, and baking spice. Full-bodied yet polished, it features velvety tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, elegant finish. Critics praised its concentration, balance, and refined texture.
Professional Ratings
- James Suckling: 94–95 pts
- Wine Advocate: 92–94 pts
- Vinous (Antonio Galloni): 92–94 pts
- Jeb Dunnuck: 93–95 pts
- Decanter: 93 pts
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Château Fombrauge 2022 offers blackberry, plum, violets, cocoa, and spice with velvety tannins and fresh acidity. Rated 92–95 pts, this polished Saint-Émilion delivers rich fruit, elegance, balance, and excellent aging potential.
Jeb Dunnuck - 96 Points
Praises its full-bodied richness, round texture, sweet tannins, and remarkable freshness. Notes of smoky black cherries, savory herbs, crushed stone, and graphite.
James Suckling - 94 Points
Notes aromas of white pepper, iron, fresh blackberries, and currants. Describes it as juicy and firm, with a medium to full body, firm, dusty tannins, and very good length. Suggests drinking from 2026.
