Château Guiraud Sauternes 2017 - 1er Cru Classé BIO
98/100
Yves Beck
95-96/100
Vert de Vin
95/100
James Suckling
95/100
Vinous
95/100
Wine Enthusiast
"What a great achievement!"
"A complex, refreshing bouquet marked by aromas of mirabelle plums, pineapple, and green apples. The nose also reveals notes of caramel and nougat. On the palate, there is class, tension, and freshness, but also richness and density. A lingering finish, ideally supported by the structure. What strength of character and what promising prospects. Guiraud 2017 is one of the greatest successes of Sauternes in 2017." (Yves Beck 2020) - Delivery in wooden cases is available for orders of 12 bottles of this wine (depending on the country and shipping method selected) .
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Eye
Yellow in color, with green and gray highlights
Nose
Menthol notes, fresh fruit—mirabelle plum and lychee, pineapple and mango—supported by spicy aromas such as pepper and black tea.
Mouth
Lively with a fresh hazelnut finish, the signature of wines with great noble rot.
Serve
At 10-12°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink from
2022
Drink before
2040
Production
Approximately 50,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with foie gras terrine, capon, fish in cream sauce, Roquefort-type cheeses, etc.
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide) 4 stars (Producers of very high quality, those who are the pride of French vineyards)
About the estate:
The château is owned by four partners: Robert Peugeot, Xavier Planty (who manages the estate), Stephan von Neipperg, and Olivier Bernard. Certified organic since 2011 and boasting a unique collection of Aquitaine white grape varieties (175 strains of Sauvignon and Sémillon), Guiraud is leading the way in sustainable agriculture in the Sauternes region. The grapes are harvested with precision when perfectly botrytized to produce two types of sweet wine. The grand vin is refined and evolves fairly quickly in the bottle, while the Petit Guiraud is deliberately less rich but perfect as an aperitif, as can be seen in the elegant restaurant-brasserie that the estate has just opened. The dry Bordeaux G is less appealing, clean but too simple for the terroir.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2020 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
This Sauternes premier cru classé is now owned by four co-owners: Robert Peugeot, Olivier Bernard (Domaine de Chevalier), Stephan Von Neipperg (Château Canon-la-Gaffelière), and Xavier Planty. Under the skilled management of Xavier Planty, the wine has been a perfect example of a great modern Sauternes for many vintages, roasted, very open from its early years and having gained enormously in finesse and minerality. The viticulture is meticulously cared for, and Guiraud was the first of the 1855 classified growths to obtain organic certification, in 2011. With tremendous determination, the estate manages to respect the natural development of noble rot. As for the winemaking process, it refuses to use any chaptalization, as should be the case for all classified growths—a cause championed by Xavier Planty. The château also produces a large volume of dry white wine to be drunk in its youth on terroirs not classified in Sauternes, under the Bordeaux appellation.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2018 guide) 95/100
About wine:
Sample from barrels. Ripe, botrytized fruit currently dominates this richly concentrated wine. It is a full-bodied, sweet wine that will age for many years. Drink from 2025 onwards.
Vinous
Wine rated (2019 guide) 95/100
About wine:
Guiraud 2017 bursts with pineapple, passion fruit, spices, and vanilla. Rich, structured, and racy, it shows tremendous character and personality. Readers should expect a bold and extroverted Sauternes. I loved it. 2022–2042
James Suckling
Wine rated (2019 guide) 95/100
About wine:
It is very fruity and layered with botrytis spices and flavors of dried apricots and pears. It has body. Very smooth with a hint of acidity. There is an almost sweet-and-sour nuance to this wine. Made from organically grown grapes. Drink from 2021 onwards.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2020 guide) 98/100
About wine:
A complex, refreshing bouquet marked by aromas of mirabelle plums, pineapple, and green apples. The nose also reveals notes of caramel and nougat. On the palate, there is class, tension, and freshness, but also richness and density. The finish is persistent and ideally supported by the structure. What strength of character and what promising prospects. Guiraud 2017 is one of the greatest successes of Sauternes in 2017. 2027-2057
Vert de Vin
Wine rated (2018 guide) 95-96/100 (Jonathan Choukroun Chicheportiche)
About wine:
The nose is fruity, elegant, and offers a delicate freshness, a subtle juiciness, and a hint of indulgence. There are notes of candied lemon, candied pear, and a lighter touch of white peach, combined with subtle hints of lychee/exotic fruits, spices, and verbena. The palate is fruity and balanced, offering a delicate acidity, good juiciness, good definition, richness, roundness, a slight airiness, depth and a touch of creaminess. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of candied lemon, dried apricot, candied mandarin, and more subtly crystallized citrus, pear/nectarine, combined with subtle hints of fresh ginger, verbena, juicy fruit, and a subtle hint of nuts (in the background). Good length. The finish is a little tight. Good acidity persistence. Slight chewiness on the retro.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 3 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. LAURENT L. Published on 01/02/2023
Fantastic! One of the best Sauternes I've ever tasted. The nose alone is superb. A beautiful length on the palate that prolongs the pleasure.
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Note and opinion by Mr. DANIELE M. Published on 04/11/2024
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Note and opinion by Mr. ROB P. Published on 03/19/2024
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