Chateau Guiraud Sauternes 2008 Imperial 6L

Grape

65% Semillon, 35% Sauvignon Blanc

Tasting notes

A firm, richly structured Sauternes powered through with botrytis — dried apricot and peach fruit, tight and vivid, with honeysuckle, jasmine and mango scents emerging with time. Layers of creamed peach, Jonagold apple and candied citrus peel are stitched with acacia honey and floral notes, closing on a lovely sweetness with a hint of spice.

Expert Ratings

Wine Enthusiast 94/100

‘Firm, richly structured, powered through with botrytis, a dried apricot and peach character, which is tight, the acidity compensating with a great vivid character.’

Wine Advocate 93/100

‘The aromatics on the 2008 are a little simpler and more straightforward than the 2007 with honeysuckle, jasmine and mango scents emerging with time... a lovely sweetness on the finish with a hint of spice.’

Wine Spectator 92/100

‘A ripe, flashy style, with layers of creamed peach, Jonagold apple, candied citrus peel and dried apricot, all stitched with lovely acacia honey and floral notes. This has power and purity.’

More About The Winery

"Throughout its history, Chateau Guiraud has always maintained its INDEPENDANCE and traced its own route. The prevailing PIONNEER spirit led the property to create its own conservatory of grape varieties. In 1996, the team undertook a veritable cultural revolution by embarking on the study of BIODIVERSITY, and in 2011 Chateau Guiraud became the First Grand Cru Classé in 1855 to be awarded Organic Agriculture certification." Xavier Planty, Director and co-owner of Chateau Guiraud

Chateau Guiraud wine is born of simplicity and proven methods. This wine is aged for approximately 18 months in oak barrels specially selected for their contribution to the wine’s elegant manner and the immensity of the its soul. The bouquet is precise, the texture is sensual, the smoothness has a somewhat mineral tone ; Château Guiraud expresses elegant purity and aromatic refinement.