Castle of Fieuzal - Pessac-Léognan red 2014

Le Point

15 / 20

byJacques Dupontthe5/21/2015

Fruits rouges, fraise, prise de bois, bouche large, marquée bois, serrée, finale sur des tanins bien présents. Puissant. 

Vinous

88-91 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe5/11/2015

The 2014 Fieuzal offers plenty of immediacy and vibrancy. Red stone fruits, iron, smoke, earthiness and crushed flowers flow through in an energetic, powerful wine. Slightly angular contours remain, but not enough to rob the wine of its sense of intrigue.

The Wine Cellar Insider

89-90 / 100

byJeff Levethe5/5/2015

This medium-bodied wine is filled with smoldering red and black fruit, slightly tinged with the essence of tobacco. 89-90 Pts

Wine Advocate

91-93 / 100

byNeal Martinthe4/30/2015

The Château de Fieuzal Rouge 2014 is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. I have enjoyed what consultant Hubert de Bouard has brought this Pessac-Léognan in recent years, the nose full with blackberry and warm gravel scents that are nicely defined, with well-integrated, new oak. The palate is medium-bodied with a pleasing roundness and depth on the entry. There is good structure here, just the right amount of sappy black fruit on the generous finish to urge another sip. This has good potential after bottling.

Jancis Robinson

16,5 / 20

byJancis Robinsonthe4/22/2015

Pale rim to its crimson core. Very fresh and racy nose and then lively, refreshing, super-fruity mid palate. Not especially big or forced but it should be an attractive drink. Vigorous. Very neat. 

Asian Palate

91 / 100

byJeannie Cho Lee MWthe4/20/2015

Vibrant and fresh with lively red and black fruits accented by floral notes. Tannins are seamless and supple. Delicious wine that is beautifully balanced with very nice concentration and finesse.

Decanter.com

17,5 / 20

byJane Ansonthe4/17/2015

Closed black cherry fruits on the nose, very little generosity on display at this stage although there is a subdued sense of power, clear tannic hold. They purposely reduced their extraction time at Fiuezal this year, but the house style is still evident - firm and big, successful within that style, less lift than at some other Pessac estates, but the dark bristling fruit is obvious and there is excellent potential for ageing. 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc. Drink: 2023-2035 (91)

Jamessuckling.com

91-92 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe4/10/2015

A red with attractive currant and berry character. Medium body, firm tannins and fresh acidity. Builds on the palate with a chewy finish. Shows potential.

timatkin.com

91 / 100

byTim Atkin MWthe4/7/2015

Wine Enthusiast

93 / 100

byRoger Vossthe4/1/2015

92–94. Barrel Sample. This is a dark and concentrated wine that has dense, firm tannins layered with wood. The fruit is ripe in the background, with hints of black currants and a juicy final acidity.

Wine Spectator

88-91 / 100

byJames Molesworththe3/31/2015

A lightly singed cedar note runs amid the red currant and cherry fruit. Offers a fresh, open finish. This usually fills out a bit more with the élevage.