Château de Fieuzal 2022 – Pessac-Léognan, Grand Cru Classé

The nose is elegant, fresh, racy, finely sappy, peppery, with a fine, elegant austerity and infusion side. It reveals notes of bright boysenberry, small wild black fruits and small notes of, notes of black pepper, associated with touches of cornflower, star anise as well as fine hints of smoke, pine needle/sense of place and discreet hints of nutmeg. The palate is well-built, supple, fresh, juicy, with sparkle, nicely pure and crystalline. It offers gourmandise, precision and tension. In mouth this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy blackberry, brilliant cassis and small notes of bigarreau cherry, associated with touches of pine needle, a fine hint of violet plum as well as discreet touches of tobacco and licorice stick. A supple, harmonious wine and a lovely textured wine that’s insanely silky, fresh and bright.