Château Suduiraut is a First Growth Sauternes, classified in 1855 alongside Yquem, Rieussec and Climens. The estate has 90 hectares of vines on gravelly clay soils in the heart of the appellation, ideally positioned for the morning mists that encourage noble rot. The 2019 vintage in Sauternes was outstanding, with perfect conditions for botrytis development producing wines of great concentration and purity.
Apricot, honey and candied citrus peel with notes of saffron, orange blossom and quince. Lusciously sweet but balanced by bright acidity that keeps it from cloying. Medium to full bodied with silky texture and extraordinary length. There's complexity here beyond just sweetness: layers of spice, dried fruit and minerality that will develop beautifully over decades.
Serve chilled (8-10°C) with foie gras, blue cheese, fruit tarts, or simply on its own as a dessert. This will age gracefully for 20-30+ years, developing darker marmalade and caramel notes.
