Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.5

2014 vintage. 375 ML format. Tasted with @Neil Valenzuela Gorgeous, somewhat candied and dominant melon fruits evident currently. In the youthful, know it all phase now. Has the basis/structure for the long haul. Load up the truck now or in three decades. Thank you @Neil Valenzuela So good. 12.10.25. — a day ago

with Neil

Caitlin

9.8

1983 had with Pork char siu — a month ago

"Odedi"

9.3

Golden in color.

Beautiful nose of dried apricots, honey, light spices and honeysuckle.

Medium plus in body and creamy, with medium plus acidity.

Sweet on the palate with apples, apricots, light citrus fruits, spices, honey, minerals and caramel.

Long finish with lemons and honey notes.

This sweet wine from Sauternes is still young and already delicious. Rich and fruit forward. Fresh and well balanced. Complex, elegant and interesting.

Will continue to age nicely in the next few decades. Has good potential to become a 96+ point wine.

A blend of 90% Sémillon, and 10% Sauvignon and Muscadelle.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$35. — 2 months ago

Some Dude

9.0

Classic and wonderful! I made a pumpkin tiramisu and this was a great pairing. The rich honeyed flavors balances by great acidity: it had a long clean finish. — 4 days ago

Raun Kupiec

9.0

Lovely, good acidity, light and airy — a month ago

with Eli

Freddy R. Troya

9.2

Château Cantegril – Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle / 2019
AOC Barsac – Bordeaux, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A Grand Vin de Sauternes crafted by the Dubourdieu family in Barsac, this 2019 vintage blends the region’s classics: Sémillon dominant, Sauvignon Blanc, and a touch of Muscadelle. Botrytis cinerea (noble rot) weaves its magic here, concentrating sugars and intensifying aromas.

Aromas & Flavors
Lush notes of apricot, candied orange peel, and pineapple rise from the glass, layered with honey, acacia blossom, and a hint of saffron. The sweetness is deeply expressive but never cloying.

Mouthfeel
Silky and opulent, yet balanced by Barsac’s hallmark freshness and mineral tension. A luscious golden core with excellent length, pure heaven in a glass.

Food Pairings
Perfect with Roquefort, foie gras, or blue cheeses, but equally divine alongside fruit tarts, crème brûlée, or spicy Asian cuisine. For a daring contrast, try with fried chicken.

Verdict
2019 Château Cantegril is heaven on earth, an elegant and classic Barsac that shows the Dubourdieu family’s mastery. A wine that proves Sauternes and Barsac remain unmatched when it comes to liquid gold.

Did You Know?
Barsac AOC wines can legally be labeled either “Barsac” or “Sauternes.” Château Cantegril is often described as one of the “entry gates” to the Dubourdieu family’s sweet wine heritage, offering top quality at a more approachable level than their Château Doisy-Daëne.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight: This is one of those wines that makes you stop mid-sip and smile, it’s just that magical. — 2 months ago

Ericsson

9.4

What a treat. Aged Sauternes, outstanding wine. WSET3 London. — 19 days ago

Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.0

Thanksgiving Sauternes — 8 days ago

Sarah Scharf

9.1

Fresh but sumptuous. Nice balance. Good with carrot cake — a year ago

AHF

9.5

Lingering acetone at 26 years. Powerful and elegant dessert wine that goes well with food, too. Drinking well with more upside — 2 months ago