Fleur de Blanc

The wine

Fleur de Blanc succeeds through delicacy and continuity. Its floral nose follows through onto the palate and into the finish, while soft lemon acidity supplies freshness without overwhelming the wine’s gentle proportions.

There is some substance beneath that light body. A little rounded weight supports the lemon and flowers on an otherwise slender texture, and the slight sweetness sits comfortably with the gentle, mouthwatering acidity. It stays fresh without becoming sharp. The flavors remain broad and straightforward, with modest concentration.

The finish gives the wine its clearest definition. Lemon and flowers linger after swallowing, and a slight citrus-peel bitterness adds an edge to the close. It is more persistent than the light palate might suggest, carrying the floral character through the last impression.

Greater concentration and more distinct layers of flavor would add depth. Still, the combination of off-dry softness, subtle roundness and lingering citrus-floral character makes this a pleasing, understated white. Its lightness feels pleasantly delicate, and the parts sit comfortably together.