Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Sweet |
Brand | Chateau Lafaurie-Peyraguey |
Vintage | 2016 |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux, Sauternes |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Perfect |
Drinkable | -2048 |
Stock | 0 |
Pale lemon colored, the 2016 Lafaurie-Peyraguey gives up bold notions of fresh pineapple, green mango, lemon meringue pie and yuzu zest with touches of beeswax, lime blossoms, toasted almonds and cedar chest. The palate is all class with fantastic poise, purity and precision giving the tropical and citrus layers loads of sparkle through the long finish.
The breathtaking nose of this Sauternes is like an essence of fresh pineapples with hints of lemon balm and floral honey. Then comes the most extraordinary marriage of creaminess and freshness that gives the palate a fluffy texture. Vibrant acidity makes this taste almost weightless at the very long, brilliant finish.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 19/20 points.