2009 De Fieuzal Blanc

Bordeaux Blanc - 750ML
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REVIEWS

WE 94 JD 93 WA 92 JL 91 WS 91
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, September 2012

Full of tropical fruit flavors, this is rounded, ripe and very accessible. At the same time, its structure shows through in the tang of green apple skin, judicious wood aging and taut aftertaste.
JD 93

jebdunnuck.com, November 2020

Revealing a healthy medium gold hue, the 2009 Château De Fieuzal Blanc has classic mature Sauvignon notes of caramelized grapefruit, toasted almonds, crushed stone, and honeyed minerality. Beautifully balanced and...
WA 92

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2012

White currants and fennel seed/licorice intermixed with ripe grapefruit honeyed melons and a touch of new oak are all present in this fresh medium to full-bodied nicely textured crisp dry white Graves. Anticipated...
JL 91

TheWineCellarInsider.com, September 2019

Fully mature, the wine has taken on a honeysuckle and lemon wax character that hits the spot. Juicy and rich with sweet fruits and freshness, the wine requires drinking. Read more...
WS 91

Wine Spectator, March 2012

Still youthfully crunchy with pear skin and green plum notes bouncing along while the core of verbena tarragon white peach and heather waits in reserve. A light toasty edge should fill in nicely on the finish as this...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Bordeaux Blanc
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pessac Leognan
Vintage 2009
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

This exquisite 2009 De Fieuzal Blanc is a Bordeaux Blanc that hails from the renowned Pessac Leognan sub-region in Bordeaux, France. With its crisp dryness and refreshing characteristics, it is truly a standout in the world of white wines.

The wine showcases a pale straw-gold color with a hint of green, enticing the eye with its brilliance. On the nose, it offers an invigorating bouquet of white currants, fennel seed, and licorice, intertwined with ripe grapefruit, honeyed melons, and a touch of new oak. This captivating aroma invites you to explore the wine further.

On the palate, the De Fieuzal Blanc exhibits a medium to full-bodied texture that is delightfully fresh and nicely textured. It exudes a wonderful tension throughout, with flavors of high-toned citrus notes, white grapefruit, passion fruit, and melon taking center stage. As the wine unfolds, hints of wet stone and white pepper emerge, adding depth and complexity to the overall experience.

Notable wine critics have recognized the exceptional quality of this vintage. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it a remarkable score of 92 points, applauding its vibrant character and projecting a maturity that extends until 2025. Wine Enthusiast awarded it an impressive 94 points, highlighting its full-bodied nature and accessibility.

This 2009 De Fieuzal Blanc is fully mature, displaying a captivating bouquet of honeysuckle and lemon wax that captivates the senses. It boasts a perfect balance of sweet fruits and freshness, making it an absolute pleasure to savor.

With its medium gold hue, the wine exudes classic mature Sauvignon notes of caramelized grapefruit, toasted almonds, crushed stone, and honeyed minerality. It is beautifully balanced, offering a medium-bodied profile and a racy spine of acidity that adds vibrancy to each sip.

This delightful Graves Blanc is already drinking beautifully today but also has the potential to evolve gracefully in the years to come. It is a true gem among white wines, deserving of a place in any wine enthusiast's collection.