Fleur de L'Europe (2019)

The friendliest and roundest wine of the evening so far. Lush, vivid, lovely honey character - but the chalk and iodine are right there, as always with Fleury. The reserve wines bring a sherry-like depth and balance that softens the house austerity into something incredibly approachable. This is where the saline-mineral signature feels most effortless - not austere, not hidden, just naturally woven into the warmth. May become even more beautiful and complex with time.