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  • Country ranking ?

    734
  • Producer ranking ?

    24
  • Decanting time

    2h
  • When to drink

    2020-2035

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The Story

Classed as a Premier Cru in 1855, it is made from grapes selected from the finest terroirs of the property. This wine is hand crafted at every stage of its elaboration and reveals remarkable finesse and complexity and a golden colour reminiscent of the sun that made it possible. With age the bright gold evolves to a dark amber colour.
With an extensive life-span, it powerfully and harmoniously combines fruit and floral aromas with roasted and...

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Vintage 2021

NEWS: BORDEAUX 2021 VINTAGE by Pros: What do the critics think?

Antonio Galloni, Vinous: “The 2021 Bordeaux turned out to be such a surprise. The weather conditions were difficult, and yet the best properties turned out magnificent and classic wines that will absolutely delight readers who appreciate freshness and energy. The restrained alcohols and mid-weight structures will remind readers of Bordeaux before the 2000s. The best wines offer...

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Intense golden yellow colour. Opulent nose with distinct botrytis character, candied orange peel, hints of candied lemon zest, tangerine jam, dried apricots and peach jam in the background. On the palate well balanced with opulent sweetness, tamed by fine minerality and elegant acidity, excellent depth and length. 

  • 97p

potent, acacia honey, melon, mango, great complexity, structure and length on the palate, striking acidity, and sweetness make a great pair. Vibrant, refined and sophisticated. Fabulous stuff. 96p

  • 96p
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Sauternes, Bordeaux
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