Château Fonroque - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2016

Le Figaro - L'Avis du Vin

18 / 20

byClub Vinthe5/15/2017

Petits baies noirs (mûre, myrtille), groseille, vanille. Bouche ample, fraîche, très joli touché de bouche, tannins ronds et crémeux, beaucoup de vivacité.

Bettane & Desseauve

92 / 100

by Bettane & Desseauvethe5/3/2017

Nerveux et intense, fruits rouges expressifs, de l’allonge, de la vivacité et du fond.

Wine Advocate

93-95 / 100

byNeal Martinthe5/2/2017

The 2016 Fonroque, part of the portfolio of Alain Moueix, put in a killer performance this year. It has a lighter bouquet compared to its peers with dusky black fruit, quite tertiary and introverted at first, although it does gain more expression and vigor with time in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin on the entry, very refined and poised without compensating in terms of fruit. I adore the finish here, really sleek and stylish with very fine mineralité and classicism. Bravo Alain Moueix!

Vinous

87-89 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe4/26/2017

The 2016 Fonroque is soft, easygoing and quite pretty, all of which will make it a good choice for drinking pretty much upon release. Succulent dark cherry and plum notes give the wine its juicy, fleshy personality. Hints of mocha, espresso, licorice and spice add layers of nuance, but this is a fruit-driven Saint-Émilion built for near- and medium-term pleasure. The only thing the 2016 lacks is a bit of persistence on the finish.

Decanter.com

93 / 100

byJane Ansonthe4/24/2017

Rich damson in colour, with a clear vibrancy to the nose. This must be one of the best ever wines from this property, combining an almost menacing depth and power with an unmistakable St-Émilion raspberry fruit ripeness, a brush of fern and violet florality and the saline lick of limestone. 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. Organic and biodynamic. Drinking Window 2025 - 2040

Jancis Robinson

16 / 20

byJancis Robinsonthe4/21/2017

Alain Moueix consults. 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc.Concentrated, meaty nose. Dense and robust. Dry end and very solid. Not so much juice.

Wine Enthusiast

90-92 / 100

byRoger Vossthe4/19/2017

Barrel Sample. This wine is superripe and generous in fruit. The contrast is with the dry core of tannins. Juicy blackberry fruits are rich and opulent, cut by acidity and supported by the tannins.

Wine Spectator

90-93 / 100

byJames Molesworththe4/10/2017

This has grip and focus, with a prominent chalky edge harnessing the core of cassis and black cherry preserve flavors. Pretty spice accents through the finish. Restrained style, and solidly done.—J.M.

Jamessuckling.com

89-90 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe4/5/2017

A little simple but this shows some attractive blackberry, chocolate and spice character. Medium body and firm tannins. From organically grown grapes.