Attractive nose of cherries, olives, undergrowth, ground coriander and chestnut mushrooms. It's medium-bodied with fine, well-integrated tannins. Fleshy and flavorful with savory character.

The 2019 Chateau de Fonbel has an attractive bouquet of raspberry, briary and light minty scents with just a touch of freshly rolled tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied, quite cohesive and fleshy, delivering tobacco-tinged red fruit, moderate weight and a gentle grip toward the finish, which is lent a little sharpness by the 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.