Chateau Fleur Cardinale • St. Emilion, France
Château Fleur Cardinale is the flagship Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé of the Decoster family, a Merlot‑led blend (with…Château Fleur Cardinale is the flagship Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé of the Decoster family, a Merlot‑led blend (with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon) grown on cool, clay‑limestone slopes east of the village. Typically aged 12–14 mo…Learn More »
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/750ml
2021 Retail Average
93
/100
2021 Pro Rating
Dark berry fruit in Chateau Fleur Cardinale 2021 feels both vivid and finely cut, with blackcurrant, blueberry and plum layered over hints of cocoa, licorice and cool mint. The palate is medium-bodied and bright rather than heavy, gliding on polished tannins that keep it racy and precise while the flavors fan out with gentle richness. It comes across as a more elegant, aromatic and Cabernet-driven style of Fleur Cardinale, successfully capturing freshness in a difficult year.
Roast lamb with herbs; Duck breast with blackberry sauce; Porcini mushroom risotto
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Château Fleur Cardinale is the flagship Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé of the Decoster family, a Merlot‑led blend (with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon) grown on cool, clay‑limestone slopes east of the village. Typically aged 12–14 months in predominantly new French oak, it is known for its ripe dark‑fruit and floral aromatics, velvety, seductive texture, and a modern yet balanced style that offers both immediate charm and strong aging potential.