Intuition de Fleur Cardinale 2019
IDENTITY
Blend :
- 78% Merlot
- 22% Cabernet Franc
Alcoholic degree: 13,5°
WEATHER CONDITIONS
The year 2019 has been a year of extremes. At the beginning of May we lost 1.5 hectares due to the frost. Then the following weeks were very dry and the temperatures very high.
Finally, the rainfall in July and August was satisfying and will allow the grapes to reach maturity at the end of September.
HARVEST
- From 2 to 14 October 2019
- Yields: 44hl/ha
- Production: 22 000 bottles of second wine
TASTING SUGGESTIONS
- Optimal tasting period: 2021-2026
- Today: ready to drink.
- Serving temperature: 17-18°C.
PERSONALITY CHARACTERISTICS
The 2019 vintage is synonymous of:
- Brightness
- Enthusiasm
- Energy
- Reactivity
Reviews for this vintage
FORBES, TOM MULLEN
94-95
Bourbon biscuits and mint crisp aromas, as well as plumbs, blackberries and a hint of mandarin acidity. This second wine could be mistaken as a first from many other châteaux. In the mouth, deep black fruit, succulent acidity, well balanced with generous flavors of After Eight mints, treacle and raspberries. March 2022
JAMES SUCKLING
91
Aromas of blackberries, dark plums, bark and baking spices. Medium-bodied with velvety tannins and fresh acidity. A juicy red with a silky texture and an elegant, flavorful finish. 78% merlot and 22% cabernet franc. Drink after 2023. February 2022
JANE ANSON
91
Bright fruit aromatics, with the palate immediately welcoming you in with smooth tannins, all in balance and not trying too hard. Rosehips and raspberries kick things off with an emphasis on ripe, juicy and fresh summer fruits. This is the second wine of Fleur Cardinale, in its 2nd vintage, and brings much of the same personality and polish. October 2021
THE WINE CELLAR INSIDER, JEFF LEVE
90
Dark chocolate covered cherries and plums on the nose and in the forward, soft, round, sweet, fruit filled palate are what you find here. You can drink this on release. March 2022
WINE ENTHUSIAST, ROGER VOSS
92
A ripe, dark chocolate flavored wine, this is rich with juicy Merlot flavors. Its density and black plum skin textures are enhanced by the depth the wine, its concentration. Drink from 2025. September 2022
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Intuition
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2023Depth & Delicacy
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Intuition
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2020Complexity and Achievement
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2018Precision & Ambition