2008 De Fieuzal Blanc

Bordeaux Blanc - 750ML
Reg: $74.94
$59.94
This product is
out of stock
Most orders placed M-F by 3pm (PT) ship same day.
Orders placed on a weekend or holiday will ship the next business day.
Shipping Info

Free storage available
Wine Storage

REVIEWS

JS 92 WA 92 WE 92 WS 91
JS 92

jamessuckling.com, December 2010

Love the aromas of toasted oak, lemon pie and cream. Full body, with intense tropical and citrus fruit flavors and a long, lightly oily and creamy finish. Fieuzal white may be coming back to its glory days from the 1980s?...
WA 92

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2011

Good acids along with hints of earth, buttered citrus and exotic melons are found in this cuvee. - Robert Parker
WE 92

Wine Enthusiast, April 2011

This wine boasts a delicious balance of crisp white fruits laced with citrus and wood. This is a ripe, fresh-faced wine, bringing depth with a creamy finish.
WS 91

Wine Spectator, April 2011

Ripe and generous, this opulent white offers rich flavors of pear, melon and vanilla, full-bodied and buttressed by palpable tannins and firm acidity. Complete, balanced and deep. Drink now through 2018. 2,000 cases made...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Bordeaux Blanc
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pessac Leognan
Vintage 2008
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

The 2008 De Fieuzal Blanc is a Bordeaux Blanc wine that hails from the prestigious Pessac Leognan sub-region of Bordeaux, France. With its elegant white label featuring the De Fieuzal name, this wine exudes sophistication and class. The wine is presented in a cork closure, which further adds to its traditional and refined image.

In the glass, this white wine displays a beautiful golden hue that catches the light and captivates the eye. The aromas that waft from the glass are truly enchanting. They are a perfect blend of toasted oak, lemon pie, cream, and tropical fruits. These complex and inviting scents promise an indulgent and unforgettable tasting experience.

On the palate, the 2008 De Fieuzal Blanc lives up to its aromatic promise. It offers a full-bodied and velvety texture that coats the tongue, leaving a lasting impression. The flavors are rich and abundant, with notes of pear, melon, vanilla, and a touch of exotic melons. The wine is perfectly balanced, with good acidity and a hint of buttered citrus that adds depth and complexity.

This wine has received high praise from esteemed wine critics. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it an impressive score of 92, praising its good acids and hints of earth. Wine Spectator also awarded it 91 points, describing it as ripe, generous, and complete. James Suckling rated it 92 points, commending its intense fruit flavors and creamy finish. Wine Enthusiast gave it another score of 92, highlighting its delicious balance and fresh-faced character.

With an alcohol percentage of 13.0, the 2008 De Fieuzal Blanc is a wine that can be enjoyed now or aged for further development. Its optimal drinking window is suggested to be between 2013 and 2018. Whether you choose to savor it now or save it for a special occasion, this wine is sure to impress with its elegance, complexity, and exceptional quality.