
- Robert Parker (RP) points 94
- Vinous points
Château Raymond-Lafon - Sauternes
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Price
€39.60 ex. VAT
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Tasting notes
The pale to medium gold-colored 2020 Raymond-Lafon rolls seductively out of the glass with compelling scents of crystalized ginger, peach cobbler, persimmons and spice cake, plus suggestions of cinnamon toast and roasted almonds. The concentrated, impactful palate is nicely offset by a racy backbone and loads of exotic fruit and citrusy layers, finishing long and savory.
More information
Provenance
- Type
- Sweet
- Producer
- Château Raymond-Lafon
- Country
- France
- Appellation
- Sauternes
- Region
- Bordeaux
Technical
- Vintage
- 2020
- Grapes
- Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
- ABV
- Size
- 75cl
- Ageing
- Serving
- 10° - 12° C
- Drinking window
- 2024 - 2040
Key characteristics
About this wine
Château Raymond-Lafon stands as one of Sauternes' most respected producers, crafting exceptional sweet wines from the heart of Bordeaux. The estate's commitment to quality and traditional winemaking has established it as a benchmark for the region's finest expressions.
This Sauternes blends Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, the classic varietals of the appellation, to create a wine of remarkable balance and complexity. The maritime climate and clay-limestone terroir of Sauternes foster the noble rot essential to these wines, concentrating flavors and natural sugars while maintaining the crisp acidity that defines the style. The resulting wine offers medium(+) intensity with a full-bodied character and medium(+) alcohol, delivering both richness and elegance.
Ideal for pairing with blue cheeses, foie gras, or rich desserts, this Sauternes also shines as an aperitif or meditation wine. Its versatility and refinement make it a distinguished choice for villa cellars, fine dining collections, and special occasions.
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Behind the bottle
Region
Bordeaux
Bordeaux, in the southwest of France, needs little introduction as one of the world's most famous, prestigious and prolific wine regions. The majority of Bordeaux wines (nearly 90 percent of production volume) are the dry…
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Sauternes
Sauternes is a prestigious sweet wine appellation located in the Graves district of Bordeaux, France, situated approximately 40 kilometers southeast of Bordeaux city. The appellation encompasses five communes: Sauternes, Barsac…
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