critic reviews
The 2014 La Fleur-Pétrus has a bright, appealing nose that is not dissimilar to L'Eglise-Clinet: red berry fruit, marmalade, cedar, just a dab of aniseed, all well-defined. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and well-judged acidity that imparts tension. White pepper and cinnamon complement the savory red fruit towards the finish. This is perfect to drink now but will last a few more years. N.B. Another bottle tasted blind feels just a little Bretty. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's 10-Year-On tasting.
Medium to deep garnet-brick in color, the 2014 La Fleur-Petrus needs a little swirling to unlock delicate scents of powdered cinnamon and clove oil leading to a core of prunes and raisin cake with a touch of tobacco. The medium-bodied palate is elegantly crafted with appealing freshness and plush tannins, finishing with a spicy whisper.
Love the caressing, grilled soot and campfire of this, a litlte more intrusive on these notes than you would find in La Fleur Pétrus today perhaps, buts it is backed up by rich fruits, blackberry, lemongrass, smoked earth, good balance and a ton of appellation typicity. 50% new oak.