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About This Wine
Château Guiraud 2009, a First Growth Sauternes, pairs deep botrytis richness with the freshness that a relatively high share of Sauvignon Blanc brings.
2009 was warm and dry, and in Sauternes a well-timed bout of noble rot gave concentrated, balanced wines. Guiraud's 2009 is 65% Sémillon and 35% Sauvignon Blanc.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Apricot, peach, honeysuckle, jasmine and dried mango, with almond and crème brûlée.
- Palate: Rich and very sweet but tightly focused, with marmalade, pineapple, baking spice and fine acidity.
- Finish: Unctuous and lasting, with dried apricot, nectarine and a faint bitter-orange edge.
Serving & Food
Serve at 10 to 12°C with foie gras terrine, Roquefort or Stilton, or a peach and almond tart.
Good to Know
When should I drink it? Now to 2040 and beyond.
What food goes with it? It also works with spicy Sichuan dishes.
Product Details
| Producer | Château Guiraud |
| Country | France |
| Region | Sauternes, Bordeaux |
| Vintage | 2009 |
| Size | 750mL |
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About the Château
Guiraud lies in the commune of Sauternes, next door to Yquem, and was ranked Premier Cru in the 1855 classification of Sauternes and Barsac. It is one of the larger estates in the appellation.