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

Youth

Bordeaux - Sauternes

Château Yquem - 1

Bottle (750ml)

Youth

Bordeaux - Sauternes

Château D’Yquem - Sauternes

Bottle (750ml)

Peak

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2010

Dulong

Bottle (750ml)

Bordeaux Sauternes Duc de Sauternes 2014

Peak

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2014

Duc de Sauternes

Bottle (750ml)

Undetermined

Bordeaux - Sauternes

Château Miaille

Bottle (750ml)

Bordeaux Sauternes Château La Bouade 2009

Undetermined

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2009

Château La Bouade

Bottle (750ml)

Peak

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2013

Château Filhot

Magnum (1.5L)

Bordeaux Sauternes Château Grand-Chêmin s Fleury 1990

Decline

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 1990

Bottle (750ml)

Undetermined

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 2018

Château L'Ermitage

Bottle (750ml)

Decline

Bordeaux - Sauternes - 1992

O de Sauternes

Bottle (750ml)

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