Chateau de Fieuzal – Pessac-Leognan – 2016

Blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot.

Fieuzal is modern, inventive and youthful in spirit. It is refined and remarkable in the mouth. Fieuzal awakens the uninitiated and holds the attention of the most discerning. Fieuzal is impressively smooth, delicate and exquisite. Expertly crafted, subtle but competent, Fieuzal seems effortless. Fieuzal dances on the palate, alive with a universe of complementary sensations. Precise structure holds together aromas and textures in a tight, unwavering equilibrium.

The smoky oak is a little dominant but softens through the palate, giving a charred, smoky, cigar-box edge to the rich black fruits. This is bright and perky, with firm tannins, great impact and a feeling of fruit that was easily extracted due to beautifully ripe fruit. A good wine which will age well. Decanter – 94