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Château Roumieu Sauternes
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Sauternes, France

Château Roumieu Sauternes

Classic botrytis Sauternes — honey, apricot, richness.

$49.00

750ml
1

About

Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc affected by noble rot (botrytis cinerea) — the rot concentrates sugars and creates the signature honey/apricot character. Balanced by acidity so it never cloys. Pairs with savoury richness too — foie gras, blue cheese.

Producer note

Sauternes is the world's most famous sweet wine appellation, producing botrytised wines from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc.

Structure

Body
Sweetness
Freshness

Flavour

HoneyApricotCitrus

Pairs with

DessertFoie grasBlue cheese

Tags

SweetClassicRichSmooth Sipper