The 2022 Fonroque wafts from the glass with sweet aromas of blackberries, cherries, licorice and petals, followed by a medium to full-bodied, ample and fleshy palate with vibrant acids, supple tannins and an intensely mineral finish. Farmed biodynamically for two decades under the direction of Alain Mouiex, this 17-hectare estate on the western extreme of Saint-Emilion`s limestone plateau has gone from strength to strength in recent vintages. 92-94 points

Earthy raspberry notes, a little less concentrated than some in the appellation this year, although this is still very much a muscualr wine for the property, with edges of smoked rosemary herbs. Careful extraction, marked a little bit by heat so the fruit feels a touch baked, but there is juice and freshness here, and it is enjoyable and supple. Guillard family new owners for the last few years, with Alain Moueix still heading things up at this lovely biodynamic property. 34% new barrels. 92 points

The 2022 Fonroque offers baked cherries and cassis on the nose, a little too ripe. Very intense and missing a little delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with a sweet and candied blueberry and black fruit opening. There`s decent length, but it doesn`t fully engage as much as others. I`ve admired what Alain Moueix has achieved at this property, but I wonder if there is just a soupcon of over-ripeness here? 89-91 points

The 2022 Fonroque is laced with super-ripe red fruit, kirsch, blood orange and spice. Today, it comes across as quite exotic, with ripeness pushed to the edge, but the choice to use low sulfur in elevage could be adding to what comes across as a slightly oxidative character. 90-92 points