Special price through September 20
92/100
James Suckling
92/100
Vinous
92/100
Yves Beck
92/100
The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
92/100
Tastingbook - Markus Del Monego
"This winery has been enjoying growing success lately, and the 2021 vintage is no exception! ~ Jeff Leve"
“Dalem 2021 offers a generous nose of black fruits, with hints of lavender and rose petals, revealing a most alluring crystalline purity. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a very silky texture, and a slight bitterness on the finish that lends it tension and energy. This Fronsac is an excellent wine for aging, which will continue to improve over the next 15 to 20 years.” (Vinous 2023)
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Eye
Deep purple color, with violet highlights and an almost black core
Nose
Expressive and elegant, with notes of black fruit (blackcurrant, blackberry), hints of violet, and a slightly woody, spicy touch
Palate
Smooth, with fine, silky tannins, juicy fruit, and a lively, energetic finish
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2035
Production
Approximately 5,000 cases
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with beef tartare, roast pork, duck parmentier...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
At the helm since 2002, Brigitte Rullier-Loussert succeeded her father, Michel Rullier, who purchased this estate in 1955. She has fully come to appreciate this 12-hectare vineyard, which faces south on clay-limestone slopes. The 18th-century château and its grounds overlook the Isle Valley. The wines’ energetic yet sometimes harsh style has softened beautifully, and while they have lost none of their vigor, they have gained significantly in refinement. Excellent value for the price.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
One of the oldest estates in the Fronsadais region, established in 1610, and undoubtedly one of the highest in quality. Overlooking the Isle Valley, the vineyard is divided between Château Dalem (12 ha), the flagship label, and Château de la Huste (8 ha). It remained in the same family for three centuries before being sold in 1955 to Michel Rullier; since 2020, it has been managed by his daughter, Brigitte Rullier-Loussert.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated Estate (2022 Guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
Located on some of the finest terroirs in the Fronsadais region, between the plateaus and hillsides of Saillans, this estate is every bit as good as its neighbors. While the wines are of a very high standard, they remain affordably priced; they emphasize fruitiness with refined aging. It was with this goal in mind that a new fermentation facility was built: the stainless-steel tanks allow for more precise work with the different plots. This precision has paid off, as the estate has earned its first star, a distinction confirmed by a superb 2020 vintage tasted en primeur.
Vinous
Wine rated (2023 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Dalem 2021 offers a generous nose of black fruit, with hints of lavender and rose petals, revealing a most alluring, crystalline purity. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a very silky texture, and a slight bitterness on the finish that lends it tension and energy. This Fronsac is an excellent wine for aging, which will continue to improve over the next 15 to 20 years. 2026–2046
James Suckling
Wine rated (2023 guide) 92/100
Rated "Recommended"
About the wine:
A fragrant, spicy red with aromas of olives, blackcurrant, and iron, intermingled with notes of clove and violet. A medium-bodied, refined, and elegant wine with silky tannins. Juicy and precise. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Ready to drink now or suitable for aging.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2023 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Subtle and inviting, Dalem reveals nuances of black berries and mint complemented by a hint of chocolate. Slightly creamy, the wine is well supported by its fine-grained tannins, which lend it a certain fullness and harmonize with its acidity. The acidity adds a touch of character and a slight salinity on the finish. A fresh and savory Dalem. 2026–2036
The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
Wine rated (2024 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
An expressive, supple, silky, fresh, crisp, and pure wine, dominated by red fruit, with a lively and energetic finish featuring aromas of cherry and red plum. Best enjoyed upon release. The Dalem estate has been enjoying growing success in recent years, and the 2021 vintage is no exception. Best enjoyed between 2024 and 2034.
Tastingbook - Markus Del Monego
Wine rated (2022 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Deep purple color with violet highlights and an almost black core. A refined nose with aromas of blackberries, black cherries, ripe plums, and sloes, with an elegant spicy note in the background, mingled with hints of vanilla and gingerbread. On the palate, it is elegant, with ripe tannins, moderate acidity, juicy fruit, and refined minerality. A true success in a challenging vintage, with beautiful length.
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