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F. Thienpont - Bordeaux 2011

F. Thienpont - Bordeaux 2011

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3/5 (4 customers)

14/20

Bettane & Desseauve

“This new cuvée created by François Thienpont showcases Merlot with a round, floral, fruity, and very harmonious wine. Easy to drink yet full-bodied. " (The Bettane & Desseauve Wine Guide 2015) In keeping with the range, this cuvée is made primarily from Merlot. A fruity, approachable style that aligns with François Thienpont’s desire to produce wines that are accessible both in terms of taste and price.

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Estate

F. Thienpont

Vintage

2011

Designation

Bordeaux

Region

Bordeaux

Grape varieties

95% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon

Terroirs

clay-limestone plateau

Viticulture

traditional and meticulous

Grape Harvest

at peak ripeness

Winemaking

Small-batch production, gentle extraction through rack-off. Short fermentation period of 2 weeks.

Livestock farming

7 months on fine lees in stainless steel and concrete tanks

Eye

a beautiful deep garnet color

Nose

a bouquet of red berries with spicy notes

Palate

Round and full-bodied. Well-balanced with silky tannins. A lingering finish with a lovely fruity freshness.

Serve

at 16-18°C

Drink from

2015

Drink before

2017

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy it with a bluefin tuna tartare, a veal chop, a charcuterie platter...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated (2015 guide) 14/20 + Editor's Choice (Good wine)

Rated (2016 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)

About the wine:

This new vintage, created by François Thienpont, showcases Merlot with a wine that is round, floral, fruity, and very harmonious. Easy to drink yet full-bodied.

About the estate:

Founded by Stéphane Derenoncourt and François Thienpont, Terra Burdigala offers wines from carefully selected vineyards, which the duo oversees from vine to bottle in partnership with each of the winemakers involved. The range now includes a new wine, Lalande l'Etoile, produced by Guillaume Thienpont.

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3/5

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Review by Mr. LODEWIJK V. Posted on August 12, 2018

Excellent value for money.

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