Chateau Suduiraut
Sauternes 1er Cru 2020
| Denomination | AOC Sauternes Premier Cru Classè |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Bordeaux (France) |
| Grape varieties | 90% Semillon, 10% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Aged for 16-24 months in French oak barrels, 50% new |
- Classification: Sauternes AOC Premier Cru Classé 1855, vintage 2020
- Grape varieties: Sémillon with Sauvignon; selective harvesting of grapes affected by noble rot
- Ageing: 16-24 months in French oak, half in new barrels
- Serving temperature and pairings: 10-12°C; ideal with mature cheeses, cured meats and fruit
- Ratings: 96/100 from Robert Parker; 2 stars in the Hachette Guide
Description
What kind of wine it is
Château Suduiraut Sauternes Premier Cru Classé is a refined sweet white wine made from a blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon grapes, transformed by the action of noble rot. Its aromatic profile is deep and enveloping, characterised by intense notes of exotic fruit and candied citrus, accompanied by hints of honey and beeswax. On the palate, it reveals a velvety opulence, balanced by a vibrant freshness that gives structure and harmony. The sip finishes with a persistent and silky finish, enhanced by spicy and liquorice nuances.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in the heart of Sauternes, south-east of Bordeaux, near the confluence of the Garonne and Ciron rivers. The meeting of the different water temperatures creates the characteristic autumn mists, essential for the development of Botrytis cinerea, which naturally concentrates the sugars in the grapes. The vineyards grow on sandy and gravelly soil, where pebbles capture the sun's warmth, promoting ideal ripening of the grapes and giving the wine extraordinary brightness and expressive richness.
How it is produced
The production process involves a rigorous staggered harvest, with several passes through the rows to select only the perfectly botrytised bunches. After a slow pressing to extract the richest must, fermentation takes place in oak barrels. The process concludes with a period of maturation in French oak barrels lasting from sixteen to twenty-four months. This meticulous care enhances the wine's aromatic complexity and structure, while preserving the purity of the fruit.
History and Curiosities
The Château Suduiraut Sauternes 1er Cru 2020 is a masterpiece shaped by noble rot, encouraged by the autumn mists created by the Ciron and Garonne rivers. This magnificent vintage, awarded 96 points by Robert Parker, is produced mainly from Sémillon grapes carefully selected through a staggered harvest. Ageing in French oak barrels reveals an opulent nectar, characterised by enveloping notes of honey and candied citrus fruits, perfectly balanced by an elegant freshness.
Awards
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2020
96/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
- Start up year: 1580
- Oenologist: Michel Essartier
- Hectares: 92
The property was planted with magnificent formal gardens, designed by Le Nôtre, King Louis XIV’s renowned gardener. On 18 April 1855 the estate was classed as a Premier Cru during the official wine classification programme in the Gironde winegrowing area. AXA Millésimes acquired Suduiraut in 1992 with the aim of preserving and perpetuating the estate’s remarkable tradition of vineyard management and winemaking. Inspired by the great Suduiraut wines of the past, the new management has enabled this great vineyard to fulfil its full potential in recent years. Read more
| Name | Chateau Suduiraut Sauternes 1er Cru 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | White dessert wine from grapes with noble rot dessert wine |
| Denomination | Sauternes AOC |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 90% Semillon, 10% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Vendor | Chateau Suduiraut |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Château Suduiraut Sauternes 1er Cru 2020 is a masterpiece shaped by noble rot, encouraged by the autumn mists created by the Ciron and Garonne rivers. This magnificent vintage, awarded 96 points by Robert Parker, is produced mainly from Sémillon grapes carefully selected through a staggered harvest. Ageing in French oak barrels reveals an opulent nectar, characterised by enveloping notes of honey and candied citrus fruits, perfectly balanced by an elegant freshness. |
| Origin | Sauternes (Bordeaux), along the Garonne and Ciron rivers, approximately 40 km south-east of Bordeaux |
| Climate | Terroir bathed in sunlight and enveloped by autumn mists from the Ciron and Garonne rivers, ideal for the development of noble rot |
| Soil composition | Sandy-gravel soil whose stones capture the heat of the sun, helping the grapes to ripen more quickly |
| Harvest | Meticolosa e scaglionata |
| Production technique | Selective harvesting in multiple passes of botrytised grapes (noble rot), long pressing, fermentation often in oak barrels and ageing 16-24 months in French oak barrels (50% new) |
| Wine making | Long pressing that extracts the rich juice; vinification and fermentation often take place in oak barrels with complete control of fermentation barrel by barrel to preserve the aromas of grapes affected by Botrytis; slow ageing in French oak barrels (50% new) for 16-24 months. |
| Aging | Aged for 16-24 months in French oak barrels, 50% new |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |