{"product_id":"2014-chateau-de-fonsalette-cotes-du-rhone","title":"2014 Chateau de Fonsalette Cotes du Rhone","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOne of the Rhône Valley's most coveted \"insider\" wines, \u003cstrong\u003eChâteau de Fonsalette\u003c\/strong\u003e is produced by the Reynaud family, owners of the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Rayas\u003c\/strong\u003e. Although it carries the modest \u003cstrong\u003eCôtes du Rhône\u003c\/strong\u003e appellation, Fonsalette is crafted with the same exacting standards and traditional methods that have made Rayas one of the world's most revered estates. Old vines, low yields, and aging in large, neutral oak demi-muids allow the vineyard and vintage to take center stage. The wine is typically composed of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e50% Grenache, 35% Cinsault, and 15% Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e, a blend that emphasizes perfume and finesse over sheer power. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2014 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e is defined by elegance and transparency rather than concentration. The nose is immediately captivating, revealing aromas of wild strawberry, red cherry, blood orange, dried rose petals, lavender, white pepper, and Provençal herbs, with subtle earthy and mineral undertones that become more pronounced with air. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is remarkably refined, with silky tannins and a graceful, medium-bodied profile. Juicy raspberry, cranberry, and pomegranate fruit mingle with sweet baking spices, citrus zest, and savory garrigue notes. There is an almost Burgundian sense of lift and precision, balanced by the warmth and aromatic complexity that define the southern Rhône. The finish is long, floral, and mineral-driven, leaving an impression of remarkable purity rather than weight. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow with over a decade of bottle age, the \u003cstrong\u003e2014 is drinking beautifully\u003c\/strong\u003e, displaying the graceful evolution that has made Fonsalette one of the most sought-after wines outside Châteauneuf-du-Pape. While approachable today after a brief decant, it has the balance and structure to continue developing gracefully for another decade or more. The vintage is particularly admired for its finesse, with many collectors considering it one of the finest expressions of the estate's signature ethereal style. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePair with:\u003c\/strong\u003e roast duck, herb-crusted lamb, grilled pork loin, mushroom risotto, or Provençal cuisine. Like the greatest wines of the Reynaud family, this is less about power than \u003cstrong\u003eperfume, texture, and extraordinary elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e—a Côtes du Rhône that consistently performs on the level of grander appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51529312567602,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/7165\/2425\/files\/Fonsalette.png?v=1785640298","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagewinemerchants.com\/products\/2014-chateau-de-fonsalette-cotes-du-rhone","provider":"Vintage Wine Merchants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}