Chateau de Fieuzal, Blanc, Pessac-Leognan 2021

The 2021 Blanc is turning out beautifully, evoking aromas of mint, spices, peach, lemon oil and spring flowers. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced, it’s tense and fleshy, crystalline and seamless, with a fresh, saline and pure finish. It feels reassuringly persistent and could age well over the next two decades. This outstanding wine is crafted from 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Sémillon.

A lovely intense florality on the nose. Crunchy green apple and bright zesty lime on the palate with elements of brioche and lemon meringue pie. Supple and taut with both sweet and sour elements - the fruit and acidity really to the fore, but well packaged with excellent energy and overall structure. This is shaping up nicely, showing lots of promise with crispness and a salty touch to the finish.

Gorgeous depth here, saline grip, hints of salted caramel adds to the rich mouthfeel. Welcome fresh acidities of crab apple, lemongrass and citrus zest give a sense of contrast and momentum, as does the slate texure that draws out the finish. Tasted twice.

Lemon and lime, mint, and sappy, subtle grassy notes all emerge from the 2021 Château De Fieuzal Blanc, a racy, medium-bodied, mineral-laced white that has a good sense of purity and tension on the palate.