Sauternes
Let’s delve into the delightful world of Sauternes, a sweet wine appellation located in Bordeaux, France
Sauternes is situated approximately 65 kilometers (40 miles) south of Bordeaux city. It’s a charming village surrounded by vineyards, and it’s renowned for producing high-quality sweet wines. The vineyards here yield some of the world’s most prestigious, long-lived, and expensive dessert wines.
Sauternes wines are primarily made from the Semillon grape variety, which constitutes about 80% of the vines in the local vineyards. Sauvignon Blanc also plays a significant role, accounting for much of the remaining vineyard area. A small handful of Sauternes wines also include Muscadelle and Sauvignon Gris.
Whether you’re sipping a glass of Sauternes or exploring the picturesque vineyards, this appellation promises a sensational sweet sensory experience.
125ml
Bottle
£
10
£40
· 14%
A luscious, sweet dessert wine characterized by a rich, unctuous body that is balanced by a vibrant acidity, preventing it from being overly heavy
Contains Sulphites
Bottle
£72.00
2006 · 12.5%
This vintage is renowned for its luscious sweetness, derived from the noble rot (Botrytis cinerea) that concentrates the sugars and flavours in the grapes.
