Château Suduiraut
Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend
Sauternes, Graves, Bordeaux, France
From a 375ml bottle. Popped and poured. Good medium gold color. Nice Sauternes characteristics. Decent acidity for an 03. Everyone liked this.
From a 375ml bottle. Popped and poured. Good medium gold color. Nice Sauternes characteristics. Decent acidity for an 03. Everyone liked this.
Jan 19th, 2020More lively than online notes suggest. Orang peel when opened, apricot bars with 4 hours airtime. Very rich but also fresh. Long; a delight. #delicious
More lively than online notes suggest. Orang peel when opened, apricot bars with 4 hours airtime. Very rich but also fresh. Long; a delight. #delicious
Apr 12th, 2017
Super nice. Fantastic with apple cake.
Super nice. Fantastic with apple cake.
Nov 27th, 2015Deeeelicious.
Deeeelicious.
Feb 18th, 2015
Fun to drink now. Plenty of ripe fruit and richness.
Fun to drink now. Plenty of ripe fruit and richness.
Sep 16th, 2014
Nice. Would love to try it in 10 more years!
Nice. Would love to try it in 10 more years!
Jul 26th, 2014
Château Suduiraut – Sémillon 2003 (Sauternes)
Graves, Bordeaux – France 🇫🇷
Overview
Crafted primarily from Sémillon, Château Suduiraut is one of Sauternes’ premier estates, producing wines shaped by noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). The warm 2003 vintage gave concentration and richness, while time in bottle has deepened its complexity. (Educational note: Sémillon’s thick skins make it particularly susceptible to botrytis, producing the honeyed intensity Sauternes is famous for.)
Aromas & Flavors
Opulent notes of dried apricot, candied orange peel, and golden raisin layered with honey, saffron, and caramelized pineapple. Secondary tones of almond, vanilla, and beeswax show the maturity of two decades.
Mouthfeel
Lusciously full-bodied, with velvety sweetness cut by balanced acidity. The palate is rich and textured, gliding into a lingering finish of dried fruit, spice, and honeyed depth.
Food Pairings
A classic match with foie gras or blue cheese. Also pairs beautifully with fruit tarts, crème brûlée, or even spicy Asian dishes for contrast.
Verdict
A magnificent aged Sauternes — decadent yet balanced, carrying the warmth of 2003 with elegance. Honeyed, textural, and endlessly layered, this is a benchmark for botrytised sweet wines. 🍯🍷cheers!
Did You Know?
Sémillon makes up the majority of Sauternes blends, often complemented by Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. Its thick skin and natural waxiness make it ideal for noble rot, creating the world’s most legendary dessert wines.
Collector’s Rarity 📌
Château Suduiraut, a Premier Cru Classé estate from the 1855 classification, produces limited amounts of Sauternes each year — with older vintages like 2003 increasingly rare treasures in the market.
Château Suduiraut – Sémillon 2003 (Sauternes)
Graves, Bordeaux – France 🇫🇷
Overview
Crafted primarily from Sémillon, Château Suduiraut is one of Sauternes’ premier estates, producing wines shaped by noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). The warm 2003 vintage gave concentration and richness, while time in bottle has deepened its complexity. (Educational note: Sémillon’s thick skins make it particularly susceptible to botrytis, producing the honeyed intensity Sauternes is famous for.)
Aromas & Flavors
Opulent notes of dried apricot, candied orange peel, and golden raisin layered with honey, saffron, and caramelized pineapple. Secondary tones of almond, vanilla, and beeswax show the maturity of two decades.
Mouthfeel
Lusciously full-bodied, with velvety sweetness cut by balanced acidity. The palate is rich and textured, gliding into a lingering finish of dried fruit, spice, and honeyed depth.
Food Pairings
A classic match with foie gras or blue cheese. Also pairs beautifully with fruit tarts, crème brûlée, or even spicy Asian dishes for contrast.
Verdict
A magnificent aged Sauternes — decadent yet balanced, carrying the warmth of 2003 with elegance. Honeyed, textural, and endlessly layered, this is a benchmark for botrytised sweet wines. 🍯🍷cheers!
Did You Know?
Sémillon makes up the majority of Sauternes blends, often complemented by Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. Its thick skin and natural waxiness make it ideal for noble rot, creating the world’s most legendary dessert wines.
Collector’s Rarity 📌
Château Suduiraut, a Premier Cru Classé estate from the 1855 classification, produces limited amounts of Sauternes each year — with older vintages like 2003 increasingly rare treasures in the market.
Peach,apricot nectar with honeyed fragrance. Fresh and balanced for a notably hot vintage. Poised and polished.
Peach,apricot nectar with honeyed fragrance. Fresh and balanced for a notably hot vintage. Poised and polished.
Aug 9th, 2020
Wonderful still sweet medium dark color.peachy apricoty nose Great with apple cake
Wonderful still sweet medium dark color.peachy apricoty nose Great with apple cake
Jul 26th, 2020