Sauternes AOC 1er Grand Cru Classé (2010) - Château Guiraud

Nel cuore della prestigiosa regione di Sauternes, Château Guiraud si distingue non solo per i suoi vini dolci e raffinati, ma anche per la sua storia affascinante. Nel 1855, durante la famosa classificazione dei vini di Bordeaux, Château Guiraud fu uno dei pochi a ricevere il titolo di Premier Grand Cru Classé, un riconoscimento che ancora oggi ne sottolinea l'eccellenza. Ma ciò che rende Château Guiraud davvero unico è il suo impegno pionieristico per la biodiversità. È stata la prima cantina di Sauternes a ottenere la certificazione biologica nel 2011, un anno dopo l'annata 2010, dimostrando che tradizione e innovazione possono convivere armoniosamente.

The appellation: Sauternes AOC

Sauternes AOC is one of the most prestigious appellations in the world for sweet wine production, located in the Bordeaux region, in south-western France. This unique area, crossed by the rivers Garonne and Ciron, creates the ideal conditions for the development of Botrytis cinerea, known as "noble rot", which concentrates sugars and aromas in the grapes.

What to eat with Sauternes AOC 1er Grand Cru Classé

Who makes it: Château Guiraud

Château Guiraud is one of the most famous estates in Sauternes, classified Premier Grand Cru Classé in 1855. Set in the heart of the region, the estate stands out for its commitment to organic viticulture, having been the first of the Sauternes Premiers Crus to obtain certification. The estate’s philosophy is based on bringing out the terroir and respecting biodiversity, with sustainable farming practices that heighten the balance between sweetness, acidity and aromatic complexity in the wines.

The vine of Sauternes AOC 1er Grand Cru Classé

Sémillon

Sémillon is a white grape variety of French origin, known for its versatility and its ability to produce a wide range of wines, from fresh dry whites to the famous botrytised sweet wines such as those of Sauternes. Grown mainly in France, it is also found in Australia, South Africa and other fine wine areas, where it continues to stand out for its elegance and complexity.

Sauvignon blanc

Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most famous and widely planted white grape varieties in the world, known for its fresh, aromatic and vibrant wines. Native to France, and in particular to the Loire Valley and Bordeaux, Sauvignon Blanc has spread to many wine regions, adapting to different climates and soils while always keeping its unmistakable personality.

Sauternes AOC 1er Grand Cru Classé: the terroir

Altitude: Low Altitude (0-200 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: River

Profile of Sauternes AOC 1er Grand Cru Classé

Primary aromas: Exotic fruits (mango, pineapple), candied citrus

Secondary aromas: Vanilla, honey, acacia flowers

Tertiary aromas: Sweet spices, saffron, toasted notes of almond and caramel

Tasting notes: An extraordinary wine for complexity and elegance, able to defy time. 2010 is considered an excellent vintage for Sauternes, and Château Guiraud offers a perfect example of mastery in winemaking. The price matches the quality and the exceptional nature of the product.