Barton & Guestier Sauternes is a luscious and complex dessert wine produced in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France. The wine is made from grapes grown in the region's unique microclimate, where morning mists and warm afternoons encourage the growth of Botrytis cinerea, a fungus that concentrates the grapes' sugars and flavors. The grapes are carefully handpicked and sorted before being pressed and fermented in oak barrels. The resulting wine is rich and honeyed, with notes of apricot, peach, and vanilla, balanced by a refreshing acidity. Barton & Guestier Sauternes is a perfect pairing for foie gras, blue cheese, or fruit-based desserts.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Barton & Guestier Sauternes is a delightful dessert wine with aromas of apricot, peach, honey, and candied citrus.On the palate, it is rich and creamy with flavors of honey, dried apricot, and almonds. The finish is long and sweet with notes of honey and caramel. Enjoy this luxurious and complex wine with desserts or on its own.
EXPERT RATING
3.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2024
Profile
Sweetness:
Sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sauvignon Blanc
ORIGINS
Winery: Barton & Guestier
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.