Chateau Cap de Faugeres - Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2018 (750ml)
Price: $22.99
| Producer | Chateau Cap de Faugeres |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Subregion | Cotes de Castillon |
| Varietal | Bordeaux Blend |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Sku | 6195 |
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Ruby in color. On the nose, herbs, red berries, cherries, as well as some vanilla and spices. Fresh acidity, ripe tannins, blueberries, fruity, some herbs and a bit woody finish.
Wine Advocate: 91 Points
The 2018 Cap de Faugères is composed of 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon; harvest began on September 22. Deep garnet-purple colored, it opens with intense scents of preserved plums, kirsch, chocolate box and menthol with hints of woodsmoke and Indian spices. Full-bodied, rich and voluptuously fruited in the mouth, the palate has a velvety texture and plenty of red fruit sparks of freshness, finishing spicy.
James Suckling: 91 Points
Fresh blueberries, crushed brambleberries and licorice on the nose with a touch of cocoa powder. It’s medium-to full-bodied with firm, creamy tannins and fresh acidity. Succulent finish. Try from 2022.
Decanter: 91 Points
This has a gorgeous violet edging to the colour with clear oak influence, veering to smoky and working well. There is a clear tightening through the mid palate, as you would expect from the limestone soils, but it will soften over ageing and they have captured plenty of juice running through the blueberry and blackberry fruits. The Denz estates in general have been successful in 2018.
Jeb Dunnuck: 90 Points
A blend of 85% Merlot and the balance Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, from the cooler Castillon region to the east of Saint-Emilion, the 2018 Château Cap De Faugères reveals a healthy ruby/purple hue as well as lots of pretty red and blue fruits, notes of candied orange, tobacco, and violets, no hard edges, silky tannins, and both beautiful balance and purity. It's a terrific Castillon to enjoy over the coming decade or so.
Vinous: 90 Points
The 2018 Cap de Faugeres is a soft, pliant, and inviting Cotes de Castillon from Silvio Denz. Raspberry jam, sweet spice, and floral notes all grace this pretty, silky, affordable red.
