Sauternes & Barsac
We will as usual be offering halves of Sauternes and Barsac in cases of 12 at the same price as the 6 bottle cases of 75cl., you just need to specify on your wishlist request at the time of ordering.
Please note that we can source wines in any format if offered by the Château. Just indicate which size you would like in your wishlist order form or email us with a specific request. Bottling charges do apply so please see our Terms for more details.
L&S Recommendations
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2022 CHÂTEAU LAFAURIE PEYRAGUEY 1er Cru Classé Sauternes
Release date: 16/5/2023
95% Semillon, 5% Sauvignon Blanc. Immediately appealing, gloriously fruit-driven and reasonably honeyed, I had hoped for a little more tension on the finish given the vitality on the front of the95% Semillon, 5% Sauvignon Blanc. Immediately appealing, gloriously fruit-driven and reasonably honeyed, I had hoped for a little more tension on the finish given the vitality on the front of the palate, but this is definitely a ‘High Silver Medal’ wine that just stops short of ‘Gold Medal’ status because just needs a little more length. Rating: 18+ Matthew Jukes www.matthewjukes.com (May 2023)
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2022 CHÂTEAU SUDUIRAUT 1er Cru Classé Sauternes
Release date: 12/5/2023
Wow. This is incredibly concentrated with such depth and power. Dried oranges. Full-bodied with some phenolic tension that frames the wine perfectly. Dried apricots and peaches. Incredible richnessWow. This is incredibly concentrated with such depth and power. Dried oranges. Full-bodied with some phenolic tension that frames the wine perfectly. Dried apricots and peaches. Incredible richness and freshness. Spicy and flavorful. Tastes more like a BA from Germany! 100% semillon. Rating: 98-99 James Suckling, www.jamessuckling.com (May 2023)
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2022 CHÂTEAU DOISY VÉDRINES 2ème Cru Classé Barsac
Release date: 11/5/2023
90% Semillon, 8% Sauvignon Blanc, 2% Muscadelle. This is a fairly exotic wine with a lovely honeycomb, and citrus feel throughout, and the length is impressive. The finish is clean, teasingly90% Semillon, 8% Sauvignon Blanc, 2% Muscadelle. This is a fairly exotic wine with a lovely honeycomb, and citrus feel throughout, and the length is impressive. The finish is clean, teasingly bright, and refreshes the palate after the luxurious fruit. This is a lovely success in 2022. Rating: 17.5+ Matthew Jukes www.matthewjukes.com (May 2023)
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2022 CHÂTEAU GUIRAUD 1er Cru Classé Sauternes
Release date: 10/5/2023
65% Sémillon, 35% Sauvignon Blanc. RS 134 g/l. Cask sample. Golden hue. Fresh and initially restrained but opens to pear and citrus notes. Well constructed on the palate, building as it goes. Rich65% Sémillon, 35% Sauvignon Blanc. RS 134 g/l. Cask sample. Golden hue. Fresh and initially restrained but opens to pear and citrus notes. Well constructed on the palate, building as it goes. Rich but with length and persistence. Bit muted at present but should develop well. Drinking range: 2027 - 2045 Rating: 17+ James Lawther MW, www.JancisRobinson.com (May 2023)
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2022 CHÂTEAU SIGALAS RABAUD 1er Cru Classé Sauternes
Release date: 10/5/2023
Dense and sugary approach with a full body and creamy texture. Spiced and tropical.Dense and sugary approach with a full body and creamy texture. Spiced and tropical. Rating: 91-92 James Suckling, www.jamessuckling.com (May 2023)
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2022 CHÂTEAU COUTET 1er Cru Classé Barsac
Release date: 9/5/2023
Very ample and pure, with, at this stage, sweetness dominating the acid backbone of the wine that lies at the heart of its substance. The fruit flavours are joyous, succulent and broadly spread in aVery ample and pure, with, at this stage, sweetness dominating the acid backbone of the wine that lies at the heart of its substance. The fruit flavours are joyous, succulent and broadly spread in a hedonistic style. It has the juvenile character of a toddler with full cheeks. This cherub has huge potential with its considerable and perfect liquor ensuring its future. Rating: 95-98 La Revue du Vin de France (May 2023)
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2022 L'EXTRAVAGANT DE CHÂTEAU DOISY DAËNE 2ème Cru Classé Barsac
Release date: 4/5/2023
100% Sauvignon Blanc. Cask sample. Lifted, fresh and zesty. Jumps out of the glass. Mandarin, pear and citrus notes. Palate sweet but comfortably so. Long and tangy with a bitter-edged finish.100% Sauvignon Blanc. Cask sample. Lifted, fresh and zesty. Jumps out of the glass. Mandarin, pear and citrus notes. Palate sweet but comfortably so. Long and tangy with a bitter-edged finish. Delicious. (JL) Drinking range: 2027 - 2042 Rating: 18 James Lawther MW, www.JancisRobinson.com (May 2023)
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2022 CHÂTEAU DOISY DAËNE 2ème Cru Classé Barsac
Release date: 4/5/2023
Dried mangoes and persimmons with dried flowers and exotic spices. Full with vivid acidity and an attractive spicy edge. Long with beautiful fruit.Dried mangoes and persimmons with dried flowers and exotic spices. Full with vivid acidity and an attractive spicy edge. Long with beautiful fruit. Rating: 94-95 James Suckling, www.jamessuckling.com (May 2023)
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