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Château Guiraud

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The Château Guiraud is located 45 kilometers south of Bordeaux, on the left bank of the Garonne River. The Château Guiraud vineyard covers an area of 128 hectares and is unique in that it is entirely located within the commune of Sauternes.

For 25 years, the Château Guiraud strives to apply methods that contribute to the creation of a balanced ecosystem where different varieties and living species can coexist. Only Semillon (65%) and Sauvignon (35%) grape varieties are cultivated to produce AOC Sauternes wines. The grapes are harvested manually and sorted several times (2 to 6 times) to select those affected by botrytis. Aging the wines Château Guiraud takes place in barrels for a period of 18 to 24 months, depending on the vintage.

Its character comes from the nobility of these lands, whose soil is made up of 80% sandy gravel loaded with limestone and heavy clay. It is also the presence of springs that provide the water needed to drain the vineyards. Every autumn, everything is ready for the grape pickers, who delicately harvest the dark-colored grapes affected by a fungus called Botrytis Cinerea, which triggers an aromatic process that gives the grapes the essential flavors of Château Guiraud.

Château Guiraud wine was classified as a Grand Cru Classé in 1855. It then received a second certification in 2011, for organic farming. A great wine is also a matter of grape varieties. Guiraud white wine favors Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc to give it its unique character, produced on the estate. The result is that this wine is very different from other great Sauternes wines. Even in a blind tasting, it can be identified from the very first sip.

The verdict on the palate.

The bouquet offers notes of botrytized fruit with a strong mineral accent, giving delicate aromas of white flowers. The palate is beautifully fresh, with a slight citrus acidity that lingers on the palate, reminiscent of orange and mandarin peel, followed by a subtle hint of ginger. Depending on the vintage, aromas of spices and white fruits, peach and very ripe apricot may also be detected.

The contribution of Château Guiraud wines to gastronomy.

All food lovers are well aware of the appeal of Sauternes wines in gastronomy. For appetizers and starters, we can mention all the dishes based on Roquefort cheese, foie gras, and even caviar. As for main courses, we can safely mention veal chops with Roquefort sauce, quail with foie gras, and rabbit with Gorgonzola cheese. For cheese, all types of blue cheese are ideal, and of course, Roquefort. And let's not forget desserts: delicious local creations such as Bordeaux cannelés and prunes in Sauternes will delight our taste buds!

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