
Chateau Dalem 2017 Fronsac

A very composed Fronsac here with blueberry and dark-plum aromas. as well as graphite and slate-like. dark-stone nuances. The palate has such fresh and defined tannins. Very balanced. too. A blend of 95% merlot and 5% cabernet franc. Drink or hold.

The 2017 Dalem is vinified without SO2 and sees 40% new oak. It has a clean and precise bouquet with perfumed blackberry and freshly picked mint aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain tannins. One of the most elegant Dalem wines that I have tasted in recent years with a clean and precise finish that is top drawer. This has kicked on since bottling and is turning into a very lovely Fronsac. Tasted twice with consistent notes.
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Die Menge für den Jahrgang 2017 ist um 35% geringer als beim 2016er.
Die Menge für den Jahrgang 2017 ist um 35% geringer als beim 2016er.

The probable blend of the 2017 Dalem is 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple colored. it has expressive. opulent notes of preserved plums. blackberry pie and Indian spices. The palate is medium to full-bodied with a great core of wonderfully pure. ripe black fruit and spicy accents. plus plush tannins and great freshness to support. finishing long.

This is so solid and beautiful with a delicious core of ripe fruit of dark berries and currants. Some chocolate. Medium body. silky tannins and a fresh finish.

The 2017 Dalem felt somewhat reduced on the nose making it difficult to read although a second showing towards the end of my tastings revealed an engaging floral bouquet. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent tannin. sweet and plush in the mouth with blueberry. vanilla extract and cassis towards the velvety finish that fortunately does not push too hard. This is a well- crafted Fronsac from Brigitte Rullier-Loussert.

Mittlere bis Mid Plus Konzentration. sehr klar und fruchtdominiert. Schöne süsse zeigend. dunkle kleinbeerige Frucht etwas Kirsche und ganz zartes Holz mit Schokonuancen. Am Gaumen satt und sehr gute Tanninstruktur bleibt satt. fruchtig und saftig. 90-92
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Die Menge für den Jahrgang 2017 ist um 35% geringer als beim 2016er.
Die Menge für den Jahrgang 2017 ist um 35% geringer als beim 2016er.