Chateau Dalem Fronsac 2021

Christer Byklum

This is probably the best value in all of Bordeaux 2021! A brilliant effort showing a new grace and finesse from Fronsac, a theft at the price point that it is likely to be released at. Fronsac used to be highly sought after, some of the finest terroirs in Bordeaux can be found here, prices are crazy low for the quality. Don't be a label drinker, be a quality wine drinker! This is classified quality at unclassified price. And will probably last 30-40 years in the cellar, if you can keep your hands of it in the meantime.

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Markus del Monego MW

James Suckling

Blackberry, graphite and black-cherry aromas follow through to a full to medium body, creamy tannins and a juicy finish with blackberry, iron and ink.

Vinous

The 2021 Dalem, now benefiting from the consulting nous of Eric Boissenot, has a lovely bouquet, quite refined and poised, featuring blackberry, wild hedgerow and light violet scents. The balanced palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins and assiduously integrated oak. It fans out generously on the finish. Classy Fronsac.

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Bettane & Desseauve

Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider

Fresh, soft, bright and packed with cocoa-dusted, crisp red fruits on the nose. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, crisp and vibrant with ample sweet, dark red fruits in the finish. You can drink this on release. Dalem has been on quite a roll lately, and 2021 is no exception. Drink from 2023-2034.