Sauternes : Complete guide, grape varieties, food and wine pairing

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GEOGRAPHICAL SITUATION OF SAUTERNES Located 30 kilometers south of Bordeaux, the Sauternes appellation area comprises 5 communes: Barsac, Bommes, Preignac, Fargues and Sauternes, all on the left bank of the Garonne and on either side of the Ciron river. It covers 2,200 hectares and produces 41,000 hectolitres of sweet white wine. > See Sauternes in stock HOW BOTRYTIS CINEREA DEVELOPS ... Read more

Classification of the best Sauternes wines

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Whether you approach the Sauternes circuit from the beginning or the end, you'll find that it has only one forbidden direction: that of mediocrity. It's a fairytale treadmill. And if the twists and turns seem frequent, it's just in case your head starts to spin a little. To help you find your way, discover our ranking of the best Sauternes wines and their finest vintages. If you'd like to find out more about the famous sweet white wines... Read more

Classification of Chateau Yquem's best vintages

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As we saw in our article on the secrets of Château Yquem wines, Château d'Yquem only produces its Premier Grand Cru Classé de Sauternes in the great vintages. Thus, Château Yquem deemed the vintages 1910, 1915, 1930, 1951, 1952, 1964, 1972, 1974, 1992 and 2012 insufficient in quality to produce the legendary sweet white wine. Each bottle of Château d'Yquem is therefore always exceptional, but which vintages are the most appreciated by tasters... Read more

How to enjoy a Château d'Yquem wine?

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Do I have to be a connoisseur to appreciate a great Château d'Yquem wine? Château d'Yquem is the elite of the Sauternes appellation, the golden wine of the French vineyard. It is the only 1er Cru Supérieur in Sauternes, classified in 1855. And yet, this liquid jewel can be appreciated by anyone who enjoys wine tasting. This great château produces a wine that is subtle and balanced, fresh and elegant. Any great critic... Read more

All about Châteaux Guiraud

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 Chateau Guiraud, the origins of a great château In the past, Chateau Guiraud was known as the "Maison Noble du Bayle". Its name comes from Pierre Guiraud, a Bordeaux merchant who bought the estate in 1776. In the 1855 classification, it is listed as a Sauternes premier cru classé. The Bernard family, then the Maxwell family following a marriage, acquired the estate from 1861 until 1932. These were Guiraud's golden years. Indeed, Chateau Guiraud benefited from... Read more

5 things you need to know about Château d'Yquem

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Between a tourist attraction, a vineyard and a great wine, the "Château d'Yquem" appellation remains divided. First, you'll discover, through an authentic description, the exceptional character of this prestigious Château. Next, you'll learn about this winery's commitment to the culture of excellence. Then you'll learn about the riches of this terroir, which produces some of the finest wines in the world. And last but not least, you'll be treated to... Read more