2009 Chateau Faugeres
By Chateau Peby Faugeres
2009 Chateau Faugeres from Chateau Peby Faugeres, Saint-Emilion, Bordeaux
The 2009 vintage in Bordeaux is often heralded as one of the region’s most illustrious years, a statement validated upon sipping the sterling 2009 Chateau Faugeres from Chateau Peby Faugeres. This enchanting Saint-Emilion estate has carved an exceptional reputation for crafting wines of profound depth and elegance, with the 2009 vintage standing triumphantly amongst its peers as a testament to the winemaker's artistry.
A Vintage Defined by Elegance and Structure
The climatic conditions of 2009 were favourable in a way that only Mother Nature can contrive. Moderate weather during flowering followed by a hot summer provided excellent ripening conditions, creating grapes imbued with concentrated flavours. The harvest-time arrived under auspicious skies, allowing each grape to be picked at its zenith of maturity.
These serendipitous conditions are etched into every facet of the 2009 Chateau Faugeres, where poised tannins play a fond duet with harmonious acidity. The nose offers an intoxicating bouquet of ripe blackberries and plums infused with delicate notes of truffle and violets—a nod to its prestigious terroir. On the palate, the wine presents a rich tapestry of dark fruit flavours complemented by subtle hints of espresso and savoury spices—a result of judicious ageing in French oak barrels.
An Astute Wine Investment
Fine wine investors seek not only taste but also tangible appreciation potential; in this regard, the 2009 Chateau Faugeres is exemplary. The remarkable balance exhibited by this Saint-Emilion gem assures that it will continue to entice connoisseurs both on sensory and fiscal fronts as it gracefully matures in the cellar.
In summary, this wine is a tangible reminder that magic happens when clime and craft collide; the 2009 vintage from Chateau Faugeres is undoubtedly one of those rare celestial moments. It is poised for further interest from the fine wine investor, promising to adeptly entwine pleasure and prudence in one's portfolio.
Market price (USD)
$1,880.00
12x75cl
Highest score
98
POP score
85.56
Scores and tasting notes
The Peby Faugeres comes from a sector of Faugeres of over 20 acres where the vines are 45 years of age on average. In 2009 the yields were only 18 hectoliters per hectare. This 100% Merlot cuvee was impressive from barrel but is even more remarkable from bottle. One of the superstars of the vintage, this dense, opaque purple wine displays notes of blueberry liqueur intermixed with graphite, pen ink, licorice, incense and white flowers. Deep and full-bodied, with a boatload of tannin and glycerin as well as incredible texture and length, this is a wine of first-growth quality from St.-Emilion that should be cellared for a good 7-8 years, and then drunk over the following 25-30. It finished at around 15% natural alcohol and there are about 1,000 cases of it.
Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 22 December 2011