Chateau de Fonbel, Saint-Emilion, 2001 reasonable cellar 2021 Clos de la Roche is

Clos de la Roche is the largest and most renowned Grand Cru in Morey-Saint-Denis

reflecting the unique terroir of the Santa Cruz Mountains

The terroir features softer "tuffeau" chalk similar to the Loire

The bubbles are fine

Rocche di Castiglione

Chateau de Fonbel, Saint-Emilion, 2001 reasonable cellar 2021 Clos de la Roche isHeres a real treat: Chteau de Fonbels 2001 is fully mature Saint milion magicbottle aged to silky perfection and ready to go right now. Owned by the Vauthier family (the same folks behind the legendary Chteau Ausone), Fonbel offers that same soulful Bordeaux craftsmanship but at a way friendlier price. In 2001, they hit a beautiful vintage: dark cherry and plum fruit softened into savory, earthy complexity, with hints of tobacco, leather, and sweet