Description
Chateau Jean Faux is situated in the village of Sainte Radegonde which is on the southern bank of the Dordogne river, on slopes facing Saint Emilion and Castillon.
Chateau Jean Faux’s vineyards stretch over 12 hectares and are planted with 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. There are also 2 hectares of white varieties planted with 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Semillon. The average annual production is about 4500 cases. The estate follows viticultural practices based on a ‘hands-on’ observation and respect for nature; it has been engaged in organic viticulture since 2008, however, the first official bio vintage was 2011.
Tasting Notes
Rich and ripe on the nose, a little potent, this is chunky and chewy on the palate to begin with, before the wood – toast, cedar, cinnamon and clove elements come in giving a chalky dry texture and taking over in terms of fruit expression and stopping the enjoyment a little early. A brooding style with a bold structure and some overt power. A darker style, blackcurrant, plum and black cherry, it does have an undercurrent of freshness, though lots of bitter dark chocolate touches at the end. A little heavy. Give this a bit of time. [89/100 Points, Georgina Hindle, February 2023, decanter.com]
