Appellation Sauternes - AOC - History and Wines

The Sauternes AOC, located in the renowned wine-producing region of Bordeaux, France, is renowned worldwide for its exceptional sweet wines. Known for producing sweet and sugary wines, this appellation is based on a unique terroir influenced by the Ciron River, which creates ideal conditions for the development of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). This phenomenon allows for the concentration of sugars and aromas in the grapes, resulting in rich, complex, and enticing wines.

The main grape varieties used are Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle. Typical notes of Sauternes include aromas of honey, dried apricot, orange marmalade, and tropical fruits, with a beautiful acidity and a long, lingering finish.

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Wines from the Sauternes - AOC appellation

Bordeaux Sauternes La Chartreuse de Coutet 1991

Peak

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 1991

La Chartreuse de Coutet

Bottle (750ml)

Bordeaux Sauternes Château La Tour Blanche 1996

Peak

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 1996

Château La Tour Blanche

Bottle (750ml)

Youth

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2021

Château Yquem

Bottle (750ml)

Undetermined

Bordeaux - Sauternes

Bottle (750ml)

Youth

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2023

Château Hayot

Bottle (750ml)

Maturity

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2023

Château Hayot

Bottle (750ml)

Bordeaux Sauternes Château Haut-Bergeron 2009

Peak

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2009

Château Haut-Bergeron

Bottle (750ml)

Bordeaux Sauternes Premier Grand Cru Supérieur Château Yquem 2003

Peak

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2003

Château Yquem

Bottle (750ml)

Bordeaux Sauternes Rieussec Sauternes 2017

Maturity

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2017

Rieussec Sauternes

Half bottle (12.7 fl oz)

Maturity

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2017

Rieussec Sauternes

Half bottle (12.7 fl oz)

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