2007 de Fieuzal

Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 2007 Bordeaux tasting. The 2007 De Fieuzal might be one of the unheralded gems of this overlooked vintage, attested here in blind conditions. It has an open and airy bouquet with perfumed red berry fruit laced with wilted rose petals. The palate is crisp and chalky on the entry. The acidity is nicely judged, well focused with plenty of truffle-tinged, lithe red berry fruit on the finish. This is a delightful, easygoing de Fieuzal with a modicum of class. Tasted March 2015.

Some real interest here on the nose. Very mellow and well balanced. Perhaps just a little sweet to be absolutely classic but it offers huge drinking pleasure. The perfect airline wine? (JR)

Dark crimson. Rich yet savoury on the nose. A flattering wine. Relatively soft on the palate but nicely built and falls into the vintage’s modest limitations. (JR)