Lions de Suduiraut Sauternes 2018 375ml

PRODUCER NOTES:

TASTING: “With a deep and brilliant golden yellow colour, Lions de Suduiraut 2018 offers a subtle bouquet of spices, peppermint, and fresh pineapple. It is full-bodied and crisp, accentuated by tart, very fruity notes. The finish is clean, spicy with white pepper and gives a very digestible side to the wine. This more delicate vintage of Lions de Suduiraut has a generous and crisp profile.”

TECHNICAL SPECS:
BLEND - Sémillon 97%, Sauvignon blanc 3%
AGEING -13% in new barrels; 87% from barrels of one vintage, for 12 months.
ABV: 14%
TOTAL ACIDITY - 3.7
RESIDUAL SUGAR - 134 g/l

CRITICAL ACCLAIM:

“This ripe, honey- and apricot-flavored wine has intensity as well as an already approachable character. The second wine of Suduiraut is rich, still hinting at freshness, with a dry edge from botrytis. Drink from 2023.” - 92 PTS, ROGER VOSS, WINE ENTHUSIAST (05/2021)

“Medium yellow gold, silver reflections. Fine dried fruit notes on the nose, ripe yellow tropical fruit, fine honey, candied orange zest and dried banana. Juicy, silky and elegant palate, fine fruit sweetness, mineral with delicate caramel and peach on the finish. Well developed, accessible and versatile.” - 92 PTS, FALSTAFF (02/2021)

“Sweet, honeyed pineapple, white peach, spice, ginger, and orange notes. This can be enjoyed as a chilled aperitif, or with savory dishes and salty cheese quite easily. Drink from 2023-2029.” - 90 PTS, JEFF LEVE, THE WINE CELLAR INSIDER (07/2022)