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Chateau Guiraud,
Ready, but will keep,
The 2001 vintage resulted in truly exceptional, hedonistic sweet wines in Sauternes, and the Cru Classé estate Ch. Guiraud produced a very fine and rich example. A perfumed bouquet of honey, beeswax and honeysuckle entices – and the palate doesn’t disappoint, with good acidity supported by a glorious freshness. The finish is long, persistent and intense. This is a classy wine from a classy estate.
Chateau d'Yquem,
Ready, but will improve,
Breathtakingly complex and vibrant nose of lightly burnt creme brulee, white peaches, apricots, mustard seed and gorgeous light new oak heralds the way to the most magnificent mouth-filling essence. With the texture of melted butter and a perfect balance of precision acidity it feels as fresh,zingy and exciting as any wine you can imagine with a concentration you cant imagine. Total nectar. If the nose and the palate aren't enough to blow you away the 30 minute (at least) after taste is ethereal.
Simon Staples - Berrys' Sales Director
Simon Staples - Berrys' Sales Director
Chateau de Fargues,
Ready, but will keep,
Still in barrel, this Chateau d'Yquem look-alike exhibits powerful creme brulee characteristics along with some volatile acidity, huge, full-bodied, unctuously textured flavors, ample intensity as well as purity, and caramelized tropical fruits. This brawny heavyweight requires 5-6 years of bottle age, and should evolve for three decades.
(Robert Parker - www.erobertparker.com - 30-June 2004)
Chateau Doisy Daene,
Ready, but will keep,
When the original Doisy estate was split up in the 19th century, it was bought by an English gentleman who attached his name to this estate. Today it is owned and run by Pierre and Denis Dubourdieu, who have done more to improve the quality of white Bordeaux than anyone else. Famous for its finesse and poise, these elements have been enhanced by a wonderful richness in Doisy-Dane's 2001. A delightful pure floral aromatic nose is followed by a crisp, balanced palate with fine citrus fruit and hints of crystallised pineapple. Very good indeed. Drink 2006-2015 Limited to one case per cdustomer.
Chateau de Malle,
Ready, but will keep,
A fabulous effort, the 2001 De Malle is closed aromatically, but it exhibits tremendous palate penetration, deep, full-bodied flavors, great acidity for balance, and marvelous notes of lavender, honey, pineapple, creme brulee, and spice. This is a sensationally textured, long, medium gold-colored, moderately sweet 2001. Give it 2-3 years of cellaring, and drink it over the following two decades.
Robert Parker
Robert Parker
Chateau Suduiraut,
Ready, but will keep,
In 2001 winemaker Pierre Pascaud has produced a quite extraordinary wine that is a real contender for 'wine of the vintage'. With an elegant honeyed nose, this seductive, creamy, opulent wine explodes on the palate with layers upon layers of complex flavours. The sweetness and acidity are in perfect harmony and the finish is breathtaking. A real revelation.
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