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Château Chapelle Labory 2016

Fronsac AOC

From a 15th generation family estate, this is dense, fruit laden claret from a top class vintage. Suckling described 2016 as "exceptional" and there's certainly no rush to drink this one. Full of dark plum and damson fruit over firm, rounded tannins.

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Tasting notes

Firm yet quite voluptuous black fruit intensity. Complex and long

Aroma

Lifted ripe plum and blackberry, hints of liquorice and minerals

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Château Chapelle Labory 2016

More information

  • 14.5% ABV
  • 10.88 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2026
  • Vegan

Critic James Suckling said, "2016 is an exceptional vintage equal to the exquisite 2015." Its wines have lovely density of fruit, with firm tannins for ageing. You’ll find that character in this attractive Fronsac. The region lies just west of Pomerol on the Dordogne river, with the same limestone soil as Saint Emilion, ideal for Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Indeed, there was a time when Fronsac wines were enjoyed by French royalty, then Pomerol took the lead in the second half of the 20th century. Fronsac has been fighting back and investment has paid off in fatter, plumper wines. Oenologist Stéphane Toutoundji’s Chapelle Labory is supple and seductive with rounded, plum, damson and liquorice flavours. Decant and serve with a classic roast.

"Great vintage for clarets across the board. Excellent value and a lovely classic wine" Jean-Marc Sauboua
Buyer for Bordeaux
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