Castelnau de Suduiraut Sauternes
Castelnau de Suduiraut is the second wine from Chateau Suduiraut and is a fresh-style Sauternes with great personality. It is produced from younger vines in carefully selected parcels within the vineyard of Suduiraut. A blend of 92% Semillion and 8% Sauvignon Blanc, It is aged in French oak barrels during 15 months, with 10% of new barrels, 90% of old wine barrels.
Castelnau de Suduiraut is the second wine from Chateau Suduiraut and is a fresh-style Sauternes with great personality. It is produced from younger vines in carefully selected parcels within the vineyard of Suduiraut. A blend of 92% Semillion and 8% Sauvignon Blanc, It is aged in French oak barrels during 15 months, with 10% of new barrels, 90% of old wine barrels.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
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Nose | Concentrated marmalade and lemon citrus nose, with floral notes |
Palate | Sweet. Full-bodied, good acidity, lush fruit flavours of lemon, marmalade and acacia honey. Very good quality. |
Colour | Bright Gold/ Lemon |
Fact Sheet
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Fluid | 75cl |
Grape Variety | 92% Semillon & 8% Sauvignon Blanc |
Alcohol % | 16% |
Style | Sauternes |
Estate/Producer | Chateau Suduiraut |
Country | France |
Region/AOC | Bordeaux |
Vintage | 2013 |
Making Techniques | Pressing – removal of the lees from the must and clarification of the grape juice. Fermentation in French oak barrels with temperature control (24°C) during 2 to 3 weeks. |
Closure | Cork |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | For drinking now but has potential to age |
Awards and/or Press Quotes
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Decanter | 93 Points. The complete package. Rich and substantial palate with a lovely depth of fruit. Citrus, tropical and vanilla notes. Persistent flavour with a long, fresh, balanced finish. |
International Wine & Spirit Competition | 2020 Gold Medal - 96 Points |
Wine Enthusiast | 92 Points. Rich and dense, this wine is full, generous and intense. It is not quite mature, although it is already delicious with spice, layers of botrytis and aromatic honey. Remember that 2013 was a fine Sauternes vintage and the wine will age further. Drink from 2021 |