Domaine Franco-Chinois Réserve

Produced with grapevine of French origin, this limited classic from Domaine Franco-Chinois is aged in French oak barrels for upwards of 16 months to showcase the Bordeaux blend’s dry red attributes.

Infused with the knowledge of the terroir and the varietals, Domaine Franco-Chinois wines have evolved into a mature and consistent style exuding elegance, depth, concentration, and complexity.

The winery team is on a mission to maintain consistency and faithfully represent the characteristics of each vintage.

  • Varieties
    • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
  • Vinification
    • 4-5 days cold maceration
      15-20 days thermal-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks
      Malolactic fermentation in oak barrels
  • Barrel aging
    • 16-18 months, 100% French oak

Awards

2024

Assemblage de l'Année

Bettane & Desseauve (Vintage 2017)
2021

GOLD

Shanghai International Wine Challenge (Vintage 2015)
2019

GOLD

International Wine Challenge (Vintage 2014)
2016

Top 10 Chinese Wines of the Year

China Wine Summit (Vintage 2012)
2014

GOLD

Top 100 Wines by Wine in China (Vintage 2011)

Tasting Notes

Domaine Franco Chinois’s 2017 Reserve is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon (percentages undisclosed) and has a deep ruby appearance. On the nose, there is intense red and black plum, bramble, cassis, mulberry and savory herbaceous notes of sage and green bell pepper complemented by new oak notes of toast, smoke, clove and vanilla. With aeration, a tiny amount of leather reveals a touch of development. On the palate, the wine is very full-bodied, with abundant ripe, coating and fine-grained tannins, lifting acidity and well-integrated 14.5% alcohol. The ample structure is fleshed out neatly with marked primary flavors and nuanced oak. Under Zhao Desheng’s supervision, these wines continue to improve, and the 2017 does not disappoint. [ 92 / 100 pts , Vintage 2017, by Edward Ragg, MW]

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

A really well-made blend of cabernet sauvignon and merlot. Olives, anchovies, cigar, cocoa powder and blackberries. The tannins are really polished and refined, driving the fruit to a long, graceful finish. Linear and focused. Drink now or hold. [ 95 / 100 pts, Vintage 2017 ]

James Suckling

Lots of currant bush, blueberry and light tar and black pepper. Full body. Flavorful finish. 75% cabernet sauvignon and 25% merlot. Drink now.[ 93 / 100 pts, Vintage 2015 ]

James Suckling

Elegant, classic, Bordeaux style blend. A complex palate of plum cake, violet and smoked peppers, subtle oak lends support. With a mellow, textured mouthfeel.[ 95 / 100 pts, Vintage 2014 ]

International Wine Challenge / IWC 2019

Tasted blind. Dark crimson. Dark purple. Sweet, rather luscious nose. Gentle and flattering – fully ripe without the tartness on the palate that mars so many Chinese Merlots. Good freshness too. Some pencil shaving character still.
[ 16.5 / 20 pts, Vintage 2012 ]

Jancis Robinson

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