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Chateau Fieuzal White
Cos d'Estournel Blanc
Claude Riffault Les Boucauds
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Chateau Latour Martillac White
The 2016 Chateau Latour Martillac White from Bordeaux, France is a stunning representation of the region's renowned winemaking prowess. With a beautiful pale golden hue, this wine entices the senses with aromas of ripe tropical fruits, such as pineapple and mango, along with delicate floral notes. On the palate, the wine is elegant and refreshing, with a perfect balance of acidity and minerality. Flavors of crisp green apples and juicy pears are accompanied by a subtle hint of vanilla and a touch of oak. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a delightful sensation on the palate. This vintage is a true testament to the excellence of Château Latour Martillac, showcasing their expertise and dedication to producing exceptional wines. Enjoy this wine now or let it age gracefully for years to come.
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Chateau Guiraud 1er cru classe
Château Guiraud is a large Sauternes property that is the only 1er Cru Classé, with the exception of its illustrious neighbour Château d`Yquem, that is located within the commune of Sauternes itself. Guiraud's 85 hectares of vineyards are located on one of the hills above the village of Sauternes. They are planted with 65% Sémillon and 35% Sauvignon Blanc. The grapes are harvested in "tries" and the juice is then fermented in oak barrels. The wine is then aged in oak casks (50% new) for 2 years. Guiraud is a very ambitious property with aspirations to produce a wine that will one day rival d`Yquem. The wines are astonishingly rich, especially in light of the high proportion of Sauvignon Blanc in the blend, and are undoubtedly amongst the finest wines being produced in Sauternes today.
Chateau Climens 1er cru classe
After Yquem, Château Climens is regarded as the region's second best wine. Where Chateau d'Yquem is known for concentration and lusciousness, Climens strive for elegance, purity and freshness. For those looking to discover the best of Sauternes, this wine is a must.
Chateau d'Yquem 1er cru superieur
Incredibly opulent and rich, Château d'Yquem is widely considered the greatest sweet wine in the world. Currently owned by LVMH, this prestigious Sauternes estate is at the very top of the appellations classification, designated 1er Cru Classé Supérieur. Château dYquems 110 ha of vineyards are planted to 80% Sémillon and 20% Sauvignon Blanc. The Grand Vin is produced from only fully botrytised fruit, carefully hand-harvested over successive passes by a team of highly skilled pickers. Yields are tiny, with each vine producing just one glass of wine. Fermentation takes place in 100% new oak barriques followed by up to 36 months maturation in oak. A wine of exceptional intensity and complexity, the best vintages of Château d'Yquem are capable of aging gracefully for well over 50 years.
Chateau Doisy-Daene 2me cru classe
Chateau Doisy Daëne is a deuxième Cru Classé estate of Sauternes located in the Barsac appellation of Bordeaux. Managed by renowned white wine specialist Denis Dubourdieu, the estates sweet Sauternes wine is a fresh lively style with crystalline fruit purity underpinned racy acidity. A fully botrytised blend of Semillon with a minor component of Sauvignon Blanc, the grapes are picked over successive tries and gentle pressed, before undergoing vinification and maturation in one third new French oak barriques for 10 months.