Château Suduiraut 2013
Sweet wine | 1er Cru Classé, Sauternes AC
Château Suduiraut, Premier Cru Classé in 1855, is one of the historic vineyards of Sauternes. A rigorous selection, in the vineyard and in the cellars, guarantees the production of the Château Suduiraut classified growth, representing the accomplished expression of this exceptional terroir.
- France Bordeaux
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Sémillon
Sauvignon blanc - 5 - 30 years
- 13.60% vol.
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94 100Wine SpectatorThis is on the exotic side of the ledger, with mouthfilling ginger, mango, quince and papaya flavors that course through, backed by a singed marshmallow note on the long, unctuous finish. Approachable, but no hurry. Drink now through 2033.
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94 100Robert Parker's Wine AdvocateThe 2013 Suduiraut has one of the most flamboyant bouquets of the vintage, one that is actually reminiscent of de Fargues. There are copious Satsuma and dried honey scents, hints of beeswax and almond that keep your snout in the glass. The palate is very well-balanced with a viscous entry, just a touch of marmalade and quince coming through, and then blossoming toward the weighty finish that shows just a touch more oak at the moment. This is an excellent Suduiraut.
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92 100James SucklingSerious finish to this young Sauternes with honey, caramel and dried-fruit character. Full body, long finish. Medium sweet. I love the dry, spicy botrytis character to this. Tangy. Excellent indeed.
Golden yellow with linden nuances.
Aromas of lemon, orange, white peach and toasted almonds.
Superb balance between sweetness and liveliness. Hint of spices. Nice creamy texture.
Lobster, crab, langoustines, scallops, exotic cuisine, duck with fruit, blue cheese, fruit desserts. A glass of Suduiraut can also be enjoyed alone on a summer evening!
Serving temperature: 8 - 10°C
The Suduiraut estate extends over 200 hectares including 92 ha of vines, 40 km from Bordeaux, between the left bank of the Garonne and the Landes forest. It draws its sap from a soil essentially composed of sandy-clay gravel.
Fermentation in oak barrels, aging for 18 months in barrels (50% new wood), maturation in bottles.
Cork
Wooden box