Chateau de Fontenille, Bordeaux Rouge Passion 2020
Product Information
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Grape Variety 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage 2020
ABV 14.5%
Discover the bold character of Château de Fontenille Bordeaux Rouge Passion 2020, a standout vintage from the heart of Bordeaux. Crafted in a modern, approachable style, this premium French red wine is perfect for collectors and casual sippers alike.
2020 Vintage: Early Harvest, Exceptional Quality
The 2020 vintage was one of the earliest on record, with harvest beginning in August due to an early growing season. Warm days and cool nights throughout summer created ideal conditions for phenolic ripeness and complex aroma development. Sun-drenched days near the end of harvest allowed each plot to reach optimum maturity, resulting in a wine with vibrant fruit, balance, and freshness.
Winemaking & Ageing
• Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks at 25°C.
• Grape varieties vinified separately to preserve character
• Aged for 18 months:
o 50% in French oak barrels (33% new oak)
o 50% in stainless steel vats
• Carefully blended and bottled for depth and harmony.
Tasting Notes:
• Colour: Bright ruby red
• Palate: Full-bodied with refined structure
• Flavours: Juicy berry fruit, smoky undertones, and classic cigar-box notes typical of fine Bordeaux red wines
• Finish: Smooth, elegant, and lingering
Perfect for:
• Wine collectors seeking a standout 2020 vintage Bordeaux.
• Lovers of oak-aged French red wine
• Gifts for wine enthusiasts
• Pairing with red meats, aged cheeses, or mushroom-based dishes
Experience the rich heritage of Château de Fontenille, a prestigious Bordeaux wine estate located in the heart of the Entre-Deux-Mers wine region of France. Purchased in 1989 by passionate winemaker Stéphane Defraine, this historic château has been meticulously restored, blending centuries of tradition with modern winemaking excellence.
With vines planted as early as the 13th century, Château de Fontenille lies along a UNESCO-protected pilgrimage route, once cared for by the monks of the nearby Abbaye de la Sauve-Majeure. Today, Stéphane Defraine, a leading voice in the region and president of the local AOC syndicate, continues this legacy of excellence.
Spanning 63 hectares of premium vineyard land, the estate’s 67 individual plots sit 110 metres above sea level, between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. The vineyard’s free-draining gravel and clay soils, combined with strong regional winds, promote optimal ripening conditions, resulting in balanced, flavour-packed Bordeaux grapes.
Whether you are looking to buy Entre-Deux-Mers white wine online, explore French wines with historical significance, or stock your cellar with artisanal Bordeaux wine, Château de Fontenille offers authenticity in every bottle.
