Harmonious, refined, and elegant!
2** Stars Hachette Guide: French Cuisine & Wines 17/20, Gault Millau 16/20, RVF 8.5/10Ranked among the appellation’s top wines, the Estanilles Castle is recognized as one of the finest terroirs in Faugères. Blessed with schist soils whose poor, acidic nature gives it its full body, this cuvée Prestige, in the great vintage 2001, presents itself to us with its deep purple hue and aromas of dark fruit. A true classic from the estate, this Faugères will surprise wine lovers who still hold preconceived notions about Languedoc wines!
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Eye
deep ruby color
Nose
powerful, with aromas of stewed black fruits evolving into a freshness reminiscent of peppermint and spices
Palate
full-bodied, smooth, with superb fine, elegant tannins
Serve
served in a carafe at 15°
Open
2 hours ago
Drink from
now
High point
2008
Drink before
2015
Food and wine pairings
Un navarin d'agneau, une pintade à l'orange, viandes rouges ou marinées, un salers (fromage d'Auvergne) <br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide) 1*Star (A high-quality, recommendable wine that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
This estate was the pride of Faugères in the 1990s, before being taken over by Julien Seydoux, who arrived here with the humility to learn about the terroir and the desire to bring Les Estanilles back to the forefront. The aging process is gradually adapting to the wines’ characteristics and still has room to improve. The reds are powerful and full of flavor; they are wines with a strong personality.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2021 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
In 2009, the self-taught winemaker Julien Seydoux purchased this 44-hectare estate, which is farmed organically and produces wines that are often outstanding. A sure bet.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Customer rating
4/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. SERGE C. Published on April 3, 2022
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Review by Mr. ANTOINE T. Published on 12/29/2013
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