Chateau Guiraud 2022 - 375 ml
This luscious and vibrant sweet wine originates from France, specifically within the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux. Château Guiraud, a Premier Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 classification, has a historic legacy dating back to 1766. The 2022 vintage marks a significant milestone for the estate as the first release under the leadership of Sandrine Garbay, the esteemed former cellar master of Château d'Yquem. The winery's philosophy is deeply committed to biodiversity; it was the first Premier Grand Cru Classé to receive organic certification in 2011, and the 2022 vintage continues this legacy of "bio-organic" viticulture.
Wine Description
Château Guiraud 2022 presents a concentrated golden appearance, often with amber highlights. The sensory profile is intense and layered, featuring an aromatic nose of honeyed pineapples, candied orange rind, and yellow apricot, accented by hints of clove and white pepper. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and "viscous," yet it maintains a remarkable fresh-fruit character and a "nice seam of acidity" that provides lift. Flavours of marmalade, mango, and vanilla bean are slathered in honey, leading to a long, spicy, and racy finish. This blend consists of 65% Sémillon and 35% Sauvignon Blanc, with a residual sugar level of approximately 134 g/L and an ABV of 13.5%. The high proportion of Sauvignon Blanc in this vintage is noted for contributing a particular vibrant energy and redefined precision.
This luscious and vibrant sweet wine originates from France, specifically within the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux. Château Guiraud, a Premier Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 classification, has a historic legacy dating back to 1766. The 2022 vintage marks a significant milestone for the estate as the first release under the leadership of Sandrine Garbay, the esteemed former cellar master of Château d'Yquem. The winery's philosophy is deeply committed to biodiversity; it was the first Premier Grand Cru Classé to receive organic certification in 2011, and the 2022 vintage continues this legacy of "bio-organic" viticulture.
Wine Description
Château Guiraud 2022 presents a concentrated golden appearance, often with amber highlights. The sensory profile is intense and layered, featuring an aromatic nose of honeyed pineapples, candied orange rind, and yellow apricot, accented by hints of clove and white pepper. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and "viscous," yet it maintains a remarkable fresh-fruit character and a "nice seam of acidity" that provides lift. Flavours of marmalade, mango, and vanilla bean are slathered in honey, leading to a long, spicy, and racy finish. This blend consists of 65% Sémillon and 35% Sauvignon Blanc, with a residual sugar level of approximately 134 g/L and an ABV of 13.5%. The high proportion of Sauvignon Blanc in this vintage is noted for contributing a particular vibrant energy and redefined precision.
Description
This luscious and vibrant sweet wine originates from France, specifically within the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux. Château Guiraud, a Premier Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 classification, has a historic legacy dating back to 1766. The 2022 vintage marks a significant milestone for the estate as the first release under the leadership of Sandrine Garbay, the esteemed former cellar master of Château d'Yquem. The winery's philosophy is deeply committed to biodiversity; it was the first Premier Grand Cru Classé to receive organic certification in 2011, and the 2022 vintage continues this legacy of "bio-organic" viticulture.
Wine Description
Château Guiraud 2022 presents a concentrated golden appearance, often with amber highlights. The sensory profile is intense and layered, featuring an aromatic nose of honeyed pineapples, candied orange rind, and yellow apricot, accented by hints of clove and white pepper. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and "viscous," yet it maintains a remarkable fresh-fruit character and a "nice seam of acidity" that provides lift. Flavours of marmalade, mango, and vanilla bean are slathered in honey, leading to a long, spicy, and racy finish. This blend consists of 65% Sémillon and 35% Sauvignon Blanc, with a residual sugar level of approximately 134 g/L and an ABV of 13.5%. The high proportion of Sauvignon Blanc in this vintage is noted for contributing a particular vibrant energy and redefined precision.
