ProducerSaint-Émilion
Château Fonroque
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The pioneer of biodynamic Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé.
Château Fonroque is a historic Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate spanning 17.6 hectares. It is renowned as the first Grand Cru Classé in Bordeaux to achieve biodynamic certification (certified in 2008). Planted with Merlot and Cabernet Franc on clay-limestone soils, it produces elegant, fresh, and deeply mineral wines with silky tannins.
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Who Is This For?
Perfect for wine enthusiasts seeking elegant, terroir-driven Bordeaux wines crafted with a deep commitment to biodynamic and organic viticulture.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the grape composition of Château Fonroque?
- The vineyard is planted with approximately 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.
- When did Château Fonroque receive its biodynamic certification?
- It achieved organic certification in 2006 and became the first Grand Cru Classé to receive biodynamic certification in 2008.
- Who currently owns Château Fonroque?
- The estate has been owned by the Guillard family since 2017, with former owner Alain Moueix continuing to serve as an active consultant.
- What are the characteristics of Château Fonroque's terroir?
- The 17.6-hectare vineyard is situated on a clay-limestone plateau and west-facing hillside, which imparts distinct minerality and structure to the wine.