Clos Fourtet 1994
Clos Fourtet 1994
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The château lies on the fringe of Saint-Émilion village and occupies one of the eminent positions at the top of the limestone plateau.
Clos Fourtet did not start out as a vineyard. Even with its picture-perfect terroir, Clos Fourtet, due to its proximity to the Saint Emilion village was built for use as a defensive fort called Camfourtet during the middle ages
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Clos Fourtet 1994
Tasting Notes
Clos Fourtet 1994 offers a captivating expression of Saint-Émilion’s historic limestone plateau, combining the character of an exceptional château site with the complexity of a mature Bordeaux vintage.
Perched on the fringe of Saint-Émilion village, Clos Fourtet occupies one of the appellation’s most eminent positions at the top of the limestone plateau. This distinctive terroir is renowned for producing wines with depth, structure, refined texture, and a clear sense of place.
The estate’s history extends back to the Middle Ages, when the property was known as Camfourtet. Due to its proximity to the village, it was originally built as a defensive fort rather than established as a vineyard. This remarkable heritage remains central to Clos Fourtet’s identity, uniting historic significance with the prestige of a celebrated Saint-Émilion wine estate.
With its mature vintage character and classic Right Bank profile, this 1994 bottling promises an engaging combination of developed Bordeaux complexity, polished fruit, earthy nuance, and a lingering finish. The wine reflects the elegance and structure associated with limestone-grown Saint-Émilion, making it a distinctive addition to a collection of fine and rare wines.
Sourced from a premium private cellar.
