Château Fontebride AOC Sauternes SCE Chateau Haut Bergeron, 2018

Golden in colour, this wine has caramelized fruit and roasted pineapple aromas complemented by a hint of fresh mushroom, which adds depth and interest. Château Fontebride 2018 is sweet with complex flavours culminating in a lingering bitter orange marmalade character. 2018 was not an easy year in Sauternes, with some neighbouring estates hit hard by hail and then a long wait for noble rot to set in, but Château Fontebride is a success. It has six hectares in the commune of Bommes, vines are over 50 years old, with a traditional mix of 90% Sémillon, 5% Muscadelle, and 5% Sauvignon matured in barrels for one year.