Domaines Fabre
Château Le Chêne
2022
- Aperitif
- Lamb
- Poultry
$36.00
Out of stock
About this winery
Since 2007, Vincent Fabre and his wife have been at the helm of their family estate in the Haut-Médoc, gradually assembled since the 1960s. At its heart lies Château Lamothe-Cissac, whose vineyard was already listed in royal records during the reign of Louis XIV. Over time, six other châteaux—all located in the Haut-Médoc—have joined the portfolio. The family now oversees 92 hectares cultivated under sustainable practices. One of the few families in the Médoc to manage both production...
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Production notes
Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot dominate the vineyard of this estate, which became part of the Fabre Domains in 1982. Here, the clay-gravel soils give rise to a cuvée with a deep ruby color and rich aromas of red berries and mixed sweet spices. In this exceptional vintage from Haut-Médoc, Le Chêne excels. A successful balance between beautiful freshness and ample structure, supported by smooth tannins, all leading to a very pleasant fruity finish. Delicate, seductive, and attractive. At this price, as Jean-Luc Picard (a winemaker in his spare time) so aptly put it: "Resistance is futile."