{"product_id":"2012-chateau-de-fonsalette-cotes-du-rhone","title":"2012 Chateau de Fonsalette Cotes du Rhone","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eChâteau de Fonsalette occupies a unique place in the Rhône Valley. Although labeled simply as \u003cstrong\u003eCôtes du Rhône\u003c\/strong\u003e, the estate sits just outside the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation and is owned by the Reynaud family of the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Rayas\u003c\/strong\u003e. Under Emmanuel Reynaud's meticulous stewardship, Fonsalette is produced with the same uncompromising philosophy that has made Rayas one of the world's most sought-after wines. The result is a wine that routinely outperforms many Châteauneuf-du-Papes while retaining its humble appellation. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2012\u003c\/strong\u003e is widely considered one of the standout vintages of the decade for Fonsalette. A blend of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e50% Grenache, 35% Cinsault, and 15% Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e, it was aged in old demi-muids, preserving purity rather than imparting oak character. The bouquet is hauntingly complex, offering aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, blood orange peel, dried roses, Provençal herbs, white pepper, and warm spice, all underpinned by earthy, forest-floor nuances. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is remarkably silky and graceful, combining the transparency and perfume often associated with fine Burgundy with the sun-kissed fruit of the southern Rhône. Layers of red cherry, pomegranate, spice, lavender, and savory herbs unfold effortlessly across a medium-bodied frame supported by refined tannins and vibrant acidity. The finish is exceptionally long, echoing with floral notes, mineral freshness, and subtle garrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the \u003cstrong\u003e2012 is entering a magnificent drinking window\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing both youthful energy and the first hints of tertiary complexity. It should continue to evolve beautifully through at least \u003cstrong\u003e2034\u003c\/strong\u003e, rewarding patient cellaring while offering extraordinary pleasure now with a brief decant. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePair with:\u003c\/strong\u003e roast lamb with rosemary, duck breast, grilled pork tenderloin, wild mushroom dishes, or Provençal-inspired cuisine. This is a contemplative Rhône that deserves as much attention as many of the world's greatest Grenache-based wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Martines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49606134432050,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/7165\/2425\/files\/Fonsalette_d8823f5d-5e9f-4957-b23e-0ca350b19db2.png?v=1785641371","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagewinemerchants.com\/products\/2012-chateau-de-fonsalette-cotes-du-rhone","provider":"Vintage Wine Merchants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}