Château de Fieuzal Rouge 2018 is a rich and structured Graves red showing ripe black-fruit depth and classic earthy complexity. The nose combines black cherry, cassis and plum with layers of spice, tobacco, graphite and subtle smoky/earthy notes characteristic of the terroir. On the palate it is medium- to full-bodied with firm, youthful tannins and a core of dense dark fruit supported by lively acidity. Hints of dark chocolate, dried herbs and forest floor add dimension, leading to a long, slightly austere but ageworthy finish. Aged 12–16 months in oak (a majority new), the 2018 reflects one of the estate’s stronger recent vintages. Powerful yet balanced, benefitting from decanting now and capable of aging gracefully for over a decade.

Bordeaux Blend

A red Bordeaux blend is primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, with smaller portions of Malbec and Petit Verdot (and very occasionally, Carménère). A white Bordeaux blend is primarily made of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, with a splash of Muscadelle in the mix (not the same grape as Moscato).

Bordeaux - located in southwest France, is one of the world’s most renowned and influential wine regions, celebrated for its historic châteaux, age-worthy wines, and unparalleled blending tradition. Divided by the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, Bordeaux is home to two stylistic pillars: the Left Bank, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, and the Right Bank, where Merlot takes the lead. The region’s moderate maritime climate, gravelly and clay-limestone soils, and long growing season provide ideal conditions for producing structured reds, elegant dry whites, and some of the world’s most famous sweet wines, notably from Sauternes. Bordeaux’s appellations—such as Pauillac, Saint-Émilion, Margaux, and Pessac-Léognan—are benchmarks for quality and expression. With centuries of winemaking tradition, strict classification systems, and a global reputation for excellence, Bordeaux continues to set the standard for fine wine around the world.