Chateau Faugeres, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2016 Becker This is fortunate because Pinot

This is fortunate because Pinot Auxerrois has a particular affinity for limestone and when grown in limestone also adds weight to a blend

mouthwatering finish

18% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc

Tasted at the Cru Bourgeois tasting in London

and dried roses

Chateau Faugeres, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2016 Becker This is fortunate because PinotThe nose is redolent with ripe plums and dark cherries, as well as abundant red and purple flowers and a faint, blonde tobacco edge. The palate delivers an ultra rich and flavorful palate with polished, sinewy tannins that will carry this wine for some time to come. Freshness and balance, finishing taut and youthful. 95 Pts James Suckling