Sauternes

Château Rieussec Sauternes 2007 - 1er Cru Classé

"One of the finest Sauternes with tremendous power and exemplary purity of fruit!"

"The château's square tower dominates a gravelly hilltop at the same height as its immediate neighbor, Yquem. Needless to say, the estate enjoys an exceptional terroir; for proof, just taste this remarkable 2007. Light in color, it develops a fine, powerful bouquet combining ripe grapes, apricot, broom and cinnamon with a touch of balsamic. Silky, round and rich, the palate finds its balance between liqueur and fresh menthol notes. Pair with veal chuck braised with orange and star anise". (Le Guide Hachette 2011) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 12 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Suduiraut Sauternes 2013 - 1er Cru Classé

4/5 (2 reviews)

"Phenomenal according to James Suckling and Extraordinary according to Yves Beck!

"Dressed in sparkling gold, this 1ercru classé offers an already assertive bouquet that brings together all the assets of a great Sauternes wine. Its sumptuous aromas of candied orange and mirabelle plum jam are underscored by a subtle, refined woodiness. After a dazzling attack, with mineral notes and surprising aromas of marron glacé, the palate asserts itself with its richness and finesse, combining opulence with elegance, with notes of quince, candied orange and melon. A very complete wine, with an assertive classicism, whose concentration guarantees a happy evolution". (Favorite du Guide Hachette des Vins - Edition 2017) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected)

Château Rieussec Sauternes 2017 - 1er Cru Classé

5/5 (4 reviews)

"Exceptional vintage rated 99/100!

"Golden yellow. Intense, complex bouquet! Obviously seductive, charming, but also convincing as it reveals itself with precision. Passion fruit, quince, candied orange and saffron. A sort of journey between sweetness and freshness. On the palate, Rieussec is racy, sweet, powerful, opulent and subtle. It couldn't be more paradoxical! What greatness, I have rarely tasted Rieussec so well... note that I always taste it well in fact, but this one is of a breed and sweetness so complementary to each other that the balance is perfect." (Yves Beck 2019)

Château Haut-Bergeron - Sauternes 2018

"Certainly one of the best deals in Sauternes! ~ La RVF "

"Tradition is good, and it's rewarded once again here with this classic Sauternes, whose Favorite echoes those obtained on the 2011 and 2013 vintages. The nose exhales greedy candied and honeyed notes that find an intense extension in a broad, rich, warm, powerful palate, with an assertive liquorice character and a long, savory finish. Definitely character and potential". (Guide Hachette - Edition 2024)

Château Suduiraut Sauternes 2019 - 1er Cru Classé

"A very fine bottle with a strong character and exciting prospects ~Yves Beck "

"Suduiraut 2019 has a powerful nose, quite oaky at the moment, though there's plenty of packed fruit behind it. The palate is dense and intense, with layers of botrytized fruit, stem ginger and quince towards the persistent, refined finish. A broad-shouldered wine, but with class. Blind, I thought maybe it was the Yquem? No, it's its neighbor. (Vinous 2023) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Carmes de Rieussec Sauternes 2018 - Second Vin

5/5 (1 review)

"A timeless Domaines Barons de Rothschild".

"Carmes de Rieussec's very pure nose, reminiscent of candied apricot, announces a fresh, ripe liqueur. A very smooth Sauternes, with a slightly sticky sensation. The finish is lively, with notes of candied lemon". (Le Guide de la Revue du Vin de France 2021) - A fine achievement for a 2nd wine, which will be a real pleasure to drink!

Château Sigalas Rabaud Sauternes 2012 - 1er Cru Classé (37,5cl)

5/5 (2 reviews)

"One of the best in this ready-to-drink vintage!

"Sigalas Rabaud 2012 has a lovely, very pure bouquet, with scents of white peach, quince and saffron. The palate is well balanced with a syrupy attack, good weight, density and fine acidity with much more botrytis towards the finish than the Château de Malle 2012. It's not a long-keeping wine, but it's definitely worth the detour." (Vinous 2013) - Ready to enjoy, this half-bottle liquoreux will be the ideal companion for your festive meals! - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 12 half-bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château d'Yquem Sauternes 2016 - 1er Cru Classé Supérieur

"A legendary wine rated 100/100 by La RVF".

"A very classic Yquem. A breathtaking spectrum of floral aromas of honey, exotic fruits (passion fruit, mango and pineapple), caramel and marzipan. But none of this is too much. In fact, the wine is extremely precise and finely nuanced. Wonderful freshness and textural complexity, despite high concentration and extravagance. Very suave, sensual finish that goes on and on. To drink or to keep." (James Suckling 2019) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 3 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected)

Château Haut Coustet - Sauternes 2020

"Crowned with success!

"This bottle is worthy of its very successful liqueur, with very clear honeyed notes of pear, dried apricot and saffron. Dense, full-bodied and unctuous, the liqueur is warm with flavors of quince and roasted pineapple: a touch of ginger and white pepper adds a refreshing twist to the finish. Concentrated and smooth. A successful exercise on a 2020 that demanded skill". (Médaille d'Or & Favorite - Terre de Vins 2023) - Such a successful Sauternes at this price is a real achievement!

Château d'Yquem Sauternes 2020 - 1er Cru Classé Supérieur

5/5 (1 review)

"Delicious now despite age-old aging potential!"

"Its intense perfume explores a register of candied orange, with a fine pastry note. This vintage was aged 3 months longer than previous vintages, for a total of 24 months. As a result, the fruit and wood duo is more melted and better integrated. Pure and dense, the liqueur seems to be poised with fine bitters. A liqueur that's full and bright, yet intense and digestible. A great Sauternes that should be drunk young for pleasure alone, despite its age-old ageing potential". (La Revue du Vin de France 2023) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Guiraud Sauternes 2017 - 1er Cru Classé

5/5 (3 reviews)

"What a great success!

"Complex, refreshing bouquet of mirabelle plums, pineapple and green apples. The nose also reveals notes of caramel and nougat. On the palate, there's breed, tension and freshness, but also fatness and density. The persistent finish is ideally supported by the structure. What strength of character and what pleasing prospects. Guiraud 2017 is one of Sauternes' greatest successes of 2017 ". (Yves Beck 2020) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 12 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château d'Arche Sauternes 2018 - Grand Cru Classé

"A beautiful 2018 with an elegant, brilliant golden color. Still rather restrained in its aromatic expression, it awakens with aeration to delicate candied flavors, toned in a full, tender and suave mouth by a beautiful vivacity, a guarantee of long ageing." (Guide Hachette des Vins Édition 2022) - Wooden crate delivery on orders of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding Point Relais delivery).

Château Le Tertre du Lys d'Or Sauternes 2018

"Its superb liquid gold color heralds a well-typed wine. The first scents of candied fruit: apricot, orange mingle with nuances of brioche bread. On the palate, in conjunction with great power, it reveals aromas of fruit jelly, quince and fig, followed by a sensation of toast. This presence continues long into an elegant finish, concluding the sensation of fullness andbalance between richness and acidity. A fine botrytized wine". (Maison de Luze)

Château de Rayne Vigneau Sauternes 2016 - 1er Cru Classé

"Rayne-Vigneau 2016 exudes a generous bouquet of white chocolate chips, quince, orange peel, and just a hint of smokiness in the background. The palate is very well balanced, with a tangy start of marmalade and ginger. Offering great cohesion, vigor and intensity on the finish, this is certainly one of the best Sauternes of the vintage. " (Vinous N. Martin 2020) - Purity, precision and power are the watchwords! - Delivery in wooden cases for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding Point Relais delivery method)

Château Doisy-Védrines Sauternes 2005 - Grand Cru Classé

4/5 (5 reviews)

"One of the stars of the vintage!

"The Chevaliers de Védrines, who owned this property for centuries (until 1840), would be proud of the work the Castéja family has done here. Doisy-Védrines is one of the stars of the 2005 vintage for its sublime elegance, richness and finesse. A formidable nose, fine and perfumed with a lifting touch of botrytis, serves as an impressive entry for a wonderfully pure Sauternes of extraordinary length. The wine is like an impeccably tailored suit on a perfectly formed body. Very reminiscent of their truly exceptional 1989." (18/20 Berry Bros & Rudd - Wine & Spirits)