Sauternes
The dessert wine capital of the world, known for its golden amber-colored products, is a small wine region south of Bordeaux dedicated to dessert wine. The top producer is the well-known Château d'Yquem, which is in high demand.




Sauternes
The grapes dominate
in this wine region of the Sémillon variety, approx. 80%, beyond that it is most often
Sauvignon Blanc that is planted for the rest. This combination, often
complimented by Muscadelle and Sauvignon Gris, is preferred for the dessert wine
in the area, and their susceptibility toBotrytis
cinereais crucial for the wine. Common is that everyone produces similar products
wines with a minimum alcohol percentage of 13.
The wine area
consists of fivecommunes– Barsac, Sauternes, Bommes, Fargues and Preignac,
which are classified into two, calledPremier's CruandDeuxièmes Cru.
The wine is most often bought in half size, 37.5cl, and has notes of apricot and honey
and peaches with a sour twist.