"Élodie and Matthieu Collet have followed in Pierre and Marie-Claude Fontaneil's footsteps in a very fine way, producing wines that have lost none of their personality. Here, they offer a superb vinification of Grenache Noir and Mourvèdre in vats. Brilliant, with an intense purple color, this 2016 presents a seductive nose of redcurrant, blueberry and pepper, evolving towards toast and leather. The palate is greedy, full-bodied and delicious, underpinned by a powerful yet velvety tannic structure with a fine, elegant grain. Great ageing potential in prospect". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2019)
Features
Estate
Domaine Fontanel
Vintage
2016
Designation
Maury Sec
Region
Roussillon
Grape varieties
80% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre
Viticulture
Reasoned
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Tradtional
Breeding
Traditional
Alcohol content
14.5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Dark garnet colour
Nose
Intense with subtle black fruit aromas
Mouth
Intense Morello cherry flavour
Serve
AT 15-16°C
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairing
Goes well with duck breast, fillet of beef, tournedos...
Domaine Fontanel
Maury Dry
Expert opinion
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2019 guide) 2*Coup de Coeur (Outstanding wine)
Domaine noté (guide 2023) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the wine:
Élodie and Matthieu Collet have followed in Pierre and Marie-Claude Fontaneil's footsteps in an excellent fashion, producing wines that have lost none of their personality. Here, they offer a superb vinification of Grenache Noir and Mourvèdre in vats. Brilliant, with an intense purple color, this 2016 presents a seductive nose of redcurrant, blueberry and pepper, evolving towards toast and leather. The palate is greedy, full-bodied and delicious, underpinned by a powerful yet velvety tannic structure with a fine, elegant grain. Great ageing potential ahead.
About the domain :
The origins of the estate, where 6 generations have succeeded one another, date back to 1864. The estate boasts a 25-hectare vineyard planted on a variety of terroirs. Pierre and Marie-Claude Fontaneil have been at the helm of the estate since 1989, and for almost 30 years they have been producing wines with strong personalities, both dry and vins doux naturels. In 2017, they sold the estate to a young winemaking couple, Élodie and Matthieu Collet.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2019 guide) 90/100 (Wonderful wine)
About the wine:
This Maury Sec 2016 is a blend of grenache (80%) and mourvèdre (20%), aged in vats. It's already more than just a fruity wine. It's full of black fruit with a hint of raspberry, but also subtle spicy notes and dark chocolate. This is a full-bodied, ripe wine with supple tannins, to be enjoyed now.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.5/5
out of 13 reviews
Note and review by M. REMY P. Published on 28/02/2021
Tasted in 2021, correct but hardly worthy of 90 out of 100 (more like 87-88 in my opinion), must surely age further. Honestly not worth the asking price (16 euros). There are better things on the site at this price and/or cheaper (10-12 max) for similar pleasure.
See all reviews from this customer
Note and review by M. GILLES D. Published on 10/08/2020
Oppulent, seductive on the palate, offering black fruit flavors (blueberries, blackberries, prunes, etc.), with smooth, silky tannins. Short finish. It's a pity that the price seems overrated, as is unfortunately the case with many Languedoc and Roussillon wines.
See all reviews from this customer
Note and review by M. JACQUES R. Published on 19/04/2020
A little disappointed on opening, but won over the next day by the developed aromas. The wine gains in depth and blossoms into a beautiful finish. And even better the day after! Should benefit from ageing.
See all reviews from this customer
Note and review by M. GABRIEL D. Published on 23/03/2024
See all reviews from this customer
Note and review by M. JEAN-CHRISTOPHE L. Published on 17/07/2023
See all reviews from this customer
Note and review by M. ALAIN B. Published on 27/03/2023
See all reviews from this customer
Note and review by M. THIERRY G. Published on 23/08/2021
See all reviews from this customer
Note and review by M. SEBASTIEN B. Published on 10/02/2021
See all reviews from this customer
Note and review by M. STEPHANE B. Published on 10/09/2020
See all reviews from this customer
Note and review by M. PIERRE D. Published on 30/07/2020
See all reviews from this customer
Buy Fontanel wines at the best price on private sale!
Free on your 1st order*.
An expert selection
The best wines and champagnes rated by the greatest guides (Hachette, Gault Millau, La Revue du Vin de France, Bettane & Desseauve, Parker, Concours, ...).
Direct from the estates
For impeccable preservation, all the bottles of wine for sale on our site are still in the cellar of the winery or its merchant at the time of your purchase.
Wines at the best price
You always get the best price on the wines you buy on 1jour1vin , and if you find your wine cheaper on another site, we'll refund the difference.
Best prices
Secure payment
Careful delivery
Customer service
1jour1vin - 2024