Château La Fon du Berger Pauillac 2018.
Varieties: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot.
Maturation: 16 months in French oak, 90% new.
Alcohol: 13.5% ABV
Château La Fon du Berger Pauillac 2018 is a commanding expression of an outstanding vintage, revealing massive aromatic depth from the first pour. The bouquet unfurls in layered waves of cassis, graphite, cigar box, crushed violets, and subtle cedar spice drawn from its generous new oak maturation. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied and impeccably structured, with dense yet polished tannins forming a powerful backbone.
The 2018 vintage’s natural ripeness is beautifully balanced by Pauillac’s hallmark freshness and mineral tension, giving the wine remarkable poise despite its richness. Dark plum and blackberry fruit glide seamlessly into notes of dark chocolate, espresso, and smoky oak, culminating in a long, resonant finish.
This is a cellar-worthy classic, built to evolve gracefully for another 20 years or more. With time, tertiary nuances of leather, truffle, and forest floor will emerge. Ideal for special occasions, it pairs magnificently with roasted lamb, prime rib, venison, or aged hard cheeses.
