2023 Le Cygne de Fonreaud
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The 2023 Le Cygne has improved on the nose since I tasted it from barrel, with much more precise, quite minerally malic fruit. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, taut and fresh, with a very appealing nectarine and yellow plum finish. I underestimated this from barrel, and it deserves a higher score.
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James Suckling
Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate
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The 2023 Le Cygne has a nicely detailed nose that's not intense or complex, but fresh with green apple and light pear aromas. The palate is well balanced with lime, clementine and passionfruit tones with a persistent finish. This is quite delicious.
This fragrant white has notes of lemon blossom, honeysuckle, sliced pears and mango crumble. It’s creamy and layered with a full body. Dense, but balanced. 60% sauvignon, 25% semillon and 15% muscadelle. Drink now.
A blend of 60% Sauvignon Blanc, 25% Sémillon, and 15% Muscadelle, Le Cygne 2023 from Fonreaud features notes of fresh apples and pears, with hints of lemon tart, lime leaves, and honeysuckle. Medium-bodied, the palate is refreshing, with orchard fruit flavors and a citrusy lift on the finish.
About the producer
Situated at the highest point in the Médoc (at a huge 43 metres above sea-level), this estate is thought to be named after a spring on the site, from which Henry II supposedly drank (a “royal fountain”).