Clos Fourtet 2009
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J. Suckling
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R. Gabriel
J. Robinson
Vinous - A. GalloniDescription
Characteristics and tasting advice for Clos Fourtet 2009
Tasting
This wine impresses with its remarkable aromatic qualities, silky texture, and opulent concentration, perfectly balanced and devoid of any roughness.
A refined Premier Grand Cru Classé from Saint-Émilion
The property
Perched for centuries on the heights of the historic town of Saint-Émilion, Clos Fourtet embodies the region's heritage. Acquired in 2001 by the Cuvelier Family, the estate has established itself as a true icon of Saint-Émilion, offering wines with an intensely fruity texture, silky tannins of rare elegance, and a particularly unique aromatic expression.
The vineyard
A reference among the great wines of Saint-Émilion, Clos Fourtet comes from a 22-hectare vineyard. Located at the top of the appellation, where the limestone outcrops, the vineyard benefits from optimal drainage. The predominance of limestone gives the wine a freshness, minerality, and remarkable finesse, true signatures of this exceptional cru.
The vintage
The 2009 vintage undoubtedly represents a superb success for Clos Fourtet. All the elements of a great vintage are present. The generous sunshine of the summer and September month promoted an intense concentration of anthocyanins and aromas. Harvested at perfect maturity, the grapes gave birth to a fruit of exceptional quality, perfectly balanced between tannins, alcohol, and acidity.
Vinification and aging
The grapes ferment in stainless steel tanks, with regular pump-overs. The maceration, lasting 25 to 30 days, is followed by a malolactic fermentation carried out in tank and barrel. The aging continues for 18 months in new barrels (80%).
Blend
Merlot (88%)
Cabernet sauvignon (8%)
Cabernet franc (4%)
