Fronton
Fronton vines grow on a variety of soils: boulbènes, alluvial soils (pebbles, gravel, sand and silt) originating in the Massif Central regions, drained by the Tarn and its tributaries and characterized by a high silica content and the absence of limestone; rougets, clay-loam soils containing up to 30% clay; and graves, made up of numerous pebbles and gravels on the surface and clay at depth.
If Fronton wines are inimitable, it's because they feature a main grape variety that is "world exclusive": Negrette, which today is only grown in the Frontonnais region. An elitist grape variety, Negrette produces an aromatic, well-structured Fronton wine, but has probably been abandoned elsewhere due to its particularly capricious character. It took all the qualities of the terroir, all the stubbornness and all the perseverance of the Fronton winemakers to preserve this tradition to the present day. Fronton wines are therefore exclusively red or rosé, of which Domaine Le Roc is an excellent example.
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Domaine Le Roc - Fronton Cuvée Don Quichotte 2022
4.5/5 (2 reviews)
2*Coup de Coeur Hachette
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93/100 RVF
"The color is a deep, intense red. The nose, as powerful as it is charming, blends fruity notes with the hint of violets and spices so characteristic of Négrette, associated here with Syrah. On the palate, this wine is both delicious and fine, rich without being lacking in drive, infused with cherry and wild strawberry fruit that lingers delightfully through to the finish, supported by perfectly blended oak (aged in 400L barrels and foudre) and devilishly silky tannins. Irresistible. (Le Guide Hachette 2025)
Château Flotis - Fronton Si Noire... 2020
4/5 (2 reviews)
1*Étoile Hachette
"Indeed, this cuvée has a beautiful intensity of color, and no lack of aromatic power (red and black fruits, spices, a touch of animal). On the palate, the wine is supple and round, supported by smooth tannins. A fronton that can be enjoyed both young and aged. (Le Guide Hachette 2024)
Château Laurou - Fronton Les Complices 2020
2/5 (1 review)
1*Étoile Hachette
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96/100 Decanter
"The intensity of the color is matched by the intensity of the nose, open to red fruits, menthol and a wilder, animal note. On the palate, the wine is round and fat, with a fine acidity that gives it dynamism and length". (Le Guide Hachette 2024)
Château Laurou - Fronton Tradition 2020
3.9/5 (9 reviews)
Prix Plaisir Bettane & Desseauve
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88/100 Wine Enthusiast
"This red is a must at our table, like a Favorite , and astonishes us with its aromas of violets and black fruit. The palate is harmonious and velvety, deep, energetic and elegant. What a success for this price" (Prix Plaisir Bettane + Desseauve)
Château Plaisance - Fronton Tot Çò Que Cal 2020
4/5 (1 review)
92/100 RVF
"Tot Co Que Cal possesses a charming sensuality set on ripe, sweet fruit; the flattering attack melts into a tannin built for the future." (Le Guide RVF 2023). Enjoy with a delicious duck breast...
Château Plaisance - Fronton Thibaut La Cuvée du Pitchou 2019
4/5 (4 reviews)
89/100 RVF
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88/100 Bettane & Desseauve
"The wine's tension holds the whole together on a vertical backbone and a good expression of wild négrette. A hint of vegetal, however, ratifies the whole. To be seen with ageing. (Le Guide RVF 2022)
Château Laurou - Fronton Délit d'Initiés 2019
3/5 (1 review)
1*Étoile Hachette
"A well-crafted wine with aromas of violets and licorice, round, silky and long on the palate. (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2022). A top-flight Fronton!
Château Laurou - Fronton Haute Expression 2019
2*Coup de Coeur Hachette
"An open Fronton, dominated by jammy black fruits, with floral notes in the background. The attack is fresh, almost light, then a perfect harmony is achieved thanks to a framework of melted, liquorice tannins." (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2022)
Domaine Le Roc - Cuvée Réservée 2015
3.9/5 (12 reviews)
15/20 Bettane & Desseauve
"Complex on the nose, with violets, aniseed, pepper and black fruits, the palate needs to mellow, but has potential, less consensual young than its peers, this is an ambitious wine." (Le Guide des Vins Bettane & Desseauve) A fine bottle!
Château Flotis - Fronton 2018
3/5 (2 reviews)
Coup de Coeur RVF
This Fronton is known for its intense fruitiness and tight tannins that suggest great potential. On the palate, it is chewy with a long finish. A fine wine for the table!
Château Plaisance 2018
14,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve
From the highest terrace in the Tarn, at an altitude of around 200 m, this Fronton is open and elegant on the nose. A fleshy red, round on the palate, already well-balanced, fresh and delicious. A lovely vintage!
Château Plaisance - Alabets Négrette 2017
15,5/20 RVF
" This is the 100% négrette from Plaisance. Lovers of floral, aesthetic and flavorful wines will appreciate its delicate tension, coupled with sincere depth and slightly biting tannin." (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2020 - RVF) Alabets 100% Négrette is a true pleasure cuvée!
Domaine Le Roc - Le Classique 2016
Le Classique is a Fronton with aromas of black berries, toast and spices. Surprisingly full-bodied, it has a lovely aromatic intensity and peppery character on the palate. The spices are very present on the palate, giving it remarkable persistence... A fine bottle!
Château Montauriol - L'Original 2015
3.5/5 (2 reviews)
L'Original 2015 is round on the palate, with notes of orange and ripe cherry, supported by a fine tannic structure. A touch of licorice on the finish gives a very pleasant sensation of freshness. Great value for money!
Château Montauriol - Mons Aureolus 2015
2.5/5 (2 reviews)
2*Étoiles Hachette
Mont Aureolus is a complex, powerful and well-balanced wine, made from the best plots on a gravelly hilltop. The blend of Negrette and Syrah expresses itself between fruit and racy character, all with finesse.
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