COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
PRODUCER
Château Fon du Berger
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Fon du Berger 2015 is a red wine from the Haut-Médoc appellation in Bordeaux, France. The estate is situated in Saint-Sauveur, a location that bridges the Pauillac and Haut-Médoc appellations. The producer, Château Fon du Berger, is a family estate committed to blending traditional Médoc winemaking with environmental responsibility, evidenced by its HVE certification. The wine holds Cru Bourgeois status. The vineyard is planted on gravelly sandy soils, contributing to the wine's character.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Straddles Pauillac and Haut-Médoc appellations.
Fact 02
Holds High Environmental Value (HVE) certification.
Fact 03
Classified as a Cru Bourgeois.
Fact 04
Vineyard benefits from gravelly sandy soil.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château Fon du Berger follows traditional winemaking practices for the Haut-Médoc appellation. The grapes are likely fermented in vessels that allow for controlled temperature and extraction. Following fermentation, the wine typically undergoes aging in oak barrels, a process that contributes to its structure and complexity. The estate also prioritizes sustainable viticulture, employing methods such as mechanical weed control and reduced input, and holds High Environmental Value (HVE) certification.
