Skip to the beginning of the images gallery

Chateau Fleur Cardinale 2012

Availability:

In stock

SKU

FRFC08

£66.00

A Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classe estate, Château Fleur Cardinale, is located in one of the highest points of the appellation. Made from 74% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, this rich, full-bodied red displays deep red and black fruit flavours, vanilla, cedar and subtle spice carried through with velvety tannins. See More

Vintage 2012

Region Bordeaux

Bottle Size 75CL

% ABV 13.5

Country of Origin France

Want it Delivered Tomorrow?

Delivery Information

Return Information

Print to PDF

Free Delivery

Enjoy free delivery on all orders over £125.

Next Day Delivery

Order before 2pm for next-day delivery.

Expert Support

Our dedicated team is here to help with any questions.

100% Satisfaction

Changed your mind? Return your order within 14 days for a refund.

Description

Château Fleur Cardinale is a Grand Cru Classé estate situated on one of the highest elevations in Saint-Émilion, offering a sweeping view over a complex mosaic of clay-limestone soils. Since they purchased the estate in 2001, Florence and Dominique Decoster have been at the forefront of transforming the château into one of the appellation’s rising stars. With significant investment in both vineyard and winery, the couple were instrumental in the property’s elevation to Grand Cru Classé status in 2006, a ranking reaffirmed in 2012.

After thirty years spent in the porcelain industry in Limoges, owners Dominque and Florence Decoster acquired the château in 2001 and have invested heavily in it and fully immersed themselves in the life of the estate. Their hands-on approach and close work with the team have been key to the château’s continued development. With a focus on precision and respect for the land, Château Fleur Cardinale began its conversion to organic farming in 2021, a natural progression in its commitment to sustainable viticulture.

About the Producer

The estate encompasses 22 hectares of vineyards sitting at 75 meters above sea level on the northern rim of the clay-limestone plateau that characterises the terroir of Saint-Émilion. The variation in soil composition, combined with the château’s elevated position, allows for excellent drainage and optimal ripening conditions that contribute to the balance, depth and elegance of the final wine. The fruit comes from vines with an average age of 30 years, with the final blend composed of 74% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc & 8% Cabernet Sauvignon.

In the winery, vinification takes place in a combination of temperature-controlled cement and stainless-steel tanks. Each plot is vinified separately to preserve its unique identity. The wines are then matured in French oak barrels for approximately 15 months, with a carefully managed proportion of new oak to enhance structure and aromatic complexity without overshadowing the fruit.

Tasting Notes

On the nose, Château Fleur Cardinale reveals layers of ripe dark fruit, vanilla, cedar and subtle spices. The palate is dense and juicy, offering flavours of blackcurrant, cassis and plum, supported by velvety tannins and notes of chocolate, nuts and toasted oak. The structure is full yet balanced, with a long and harmonious finish. For a delicious food pairing, enjoy venison with blackberry sauce or pork loin with fig and balsamic reduction, both of which highlight the wine’s ripe fruit and polished tannins.

The exceptional quality of Château Fleur Cardinale has gained wide acclaim from critics, being awarded a 95-point score by Decanter and 96 points from James Suckling. A great addition to any collection and one of the best expressions of the Saint-Émilion appellation on the market.

Delivery

Challenge 21 - You must be 18 or over to buy alcohol. You must not buy alcohol on behalf of those under 18. We apply the "Challenge 21" policy to all delivery and collection orders. We will not supply if the person receiving or collecting orders appears under the age of 21.

We charge a flat fee of £5.95 for delivery if your order is under 20kg, and £10 inc VAT if it is over 20kg. Free delivery is available for orders above £125 (inc VAT).

For Standard Delivery, we will ship items within 2 working days, provided the order is placed before midday.

For Express Delivery, we will ship items the same day, provided the order is placed before midday.

Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a shipment confirmation email, and the following day, you will receive a text from our courier with a delivery window. If your order has not yet arrived, please email [email protected] and quote your order number.

Keep an eye out for your shipment confirmation email; once you get it, your order will be delivered the next day.

Returns

We want all our cusomers to be 100% happy with their order and it is our aim to ensure that all orders are supplied to our customers arrive in perfect condition.
You have the right to cancel your order at any time without being charged for the goods ordered within 14 days of purchase.

Excludes perishable or personalised products or those products that have been specified as non-returnable.

If you need to cancel an order you have just placed, you can do so by calling our customer service team on 020 8951 9840 and provide your order confirmation number and name.
If you call us after your item has shipped, we will be unable to cancel it and you will need to return to us.
Please email us at [email protected] with your order confirmation number, full name and the reason you for the return.
Shipping charges are non-refundable. We advise you to obtain a postal receipt or send the items back via recorded delivery.