This wine can stand tall as a gatekeeper of its provenance and act as a proof of the true greatness of Merlot when its crafted with respect. Everything is there, we have some dark, graceful and plush fruit, we have some red soft fruit acting in the background, we have complexity coming from spice, nutmeg, coffee and we have a fine dose of pencil shavings luring in the background. The palate jumps off with a prune like character, but the tannins are quick to act, embracing the fruit, keeping the wine dry and surrounds the palate throughout a good lenght. A bit of heat from the alcohol in the back end, but I guess you need that after a week like this. It’s lovely and makes me long for the great right bank of Bordeaux.
This wine can stand tall as a gatekeeper of its provenance and act as a proof of the true greatness of Merlot when its crafted with respect. Everything is there, we have some dark, graceful and plush fruit, we have some red soft fruit acting in the background, we have complexity coming from spice, nutmeg, coffee and we have a fine dose of pencil shavings luring in the background. The palate jumps off with a prune like character, but the tannins are quick to act, embracing the fruit, keeping the wine dry and surrounds the palate throughout a good lenght. A bit of heat from the alcohol in the back end, but I guess you need that after a week like this. It’s lovely and makes me long for the great right bank of Bordeaux.
2 people found it helpfulMar 26th, 2020
Ripe and herbal, with an olive middle, dusting of pencil shavings, and prune finish. Quite nice.
Ripe and herbal, with an olive middle, dusting of pencil shavings, and prune finish. Quite nice.
1 person found it helpfulMay 28th, 2022
2011 vintage. Estate with 46 hectares of vineyards owned by Silvio Denz (also Faugères, Péby-Faugères and Roycheron in Saint-Emilion , and Lafayrie-Peyraguey in Sauternes). Sometimes criticised for the modern style, the truth is in the glass. And this Cap de Faugères from a difficult vintage absolutely delivers for the price (9,90 euro). Deep red colour with only a slight evolution at the rim. The nose is a bit jammy, but the mouth is much better with the ripe fruit balanced by the acidity and well-tamed tannin. It may be not the most subtle wine, but it's a very attractive right bank Bordeaux at its peak and a strong effort for the vintage.
2011 vintage. Estate with 46 hectares of vineyards owned by Silvio Denz (also Faugères, Péby-Faugères and Roycheron in Saint-Emilion , and Lafayrie-Peyraguey in Sauternes). Sometimes criticised for the modern style, the truth is in the glass. And this Cap de Faugères from a difficult vintage absolutely delivers for the price (9,90 euro). Deep red colour with only a slight evolution at the rim. The nose is a bit jammy, but the mouth is much better with the ripe fruit balanced by the acidity and well-tamed tannin. It may be not the most subtle wine, but it's a very attractive right bank Bordeaux at its peak and a strong effort for the vintage.
1 person found it helpfulDec 26th, 2020Overall solid performance with a good fruit ripeness and energetic backbone with some layered complexity, a well integrated oak profile. Balanced throughout, but lacking some length to reach higher.
Overall solid performance with a good fruit ripeness and energetic backbone with some layered complexity, a well integrated oak profile. Balanced throughout, but lacking some length to reach higher.
1 person found it helpfulNov 18th, 2018
I seldom encounter wines from Bordeaux, offering loads of pleasure at bargain prices. This is a great exception! Well done.
I seldom encounter wines from Bordeaux, offering loads of pleasure at bargain prices. This is a great exception! Well done.
1 person found it helpfulJun 17th, 2018
Great acid, velvety tannins, a little dried cranberry and herb. Good for steak!
Great acid, velvety tannins, a little dried cranberry and herb. Good for steak!
1 person found it helpfulSep 24th, 2014
Côtes de Castillon, Bordeaux, France
