🍷🎤 Wine of the Week | February 16 to 22, 2026

🍷 Name of the wine: CHÂTEAU Barrabaque Fronsac Tradition 2019

🍇 Grape Varietal: Merlot-based Bordeaux blend

🌍 Region: Fronsac, Bordeaux, France

🪨 Terroir: Clay and limestone slopes overlooking the Dordogne

🍇 Winemaker: Family estate château production

👃 Nose: Stewed black fruit, prune, orange zest, subtle mint chocolate

👄 Palate: Medium-bodied with rich texture and ripe tannins

✨ Finish: Structured and lingering

🧱 Structure: Medium plus body with firm, polished tannins

🍷 Alcohol: Approximately 15 percent

💵 Price Range: Approximately CA$34.95

🎶 Music Pairing: Funk & Gospel Soulful House

This Fronsac carries a confident structure without heaviness. The ripe black fruit sits steady like a bassline while citrus lifts and subtle mint notes rise like gospel chords. Paired with Funk and Gospel Soulful House, it feels both grounded and elevated. Sip. Nod. Repeat.