Sauternes

2003 Sauternes White Blend

Domaine De Monteils Sauternes is a captivating white blend hailing from the esteemed Sauternes region, known for its honeyed and luscious wines. This vintage, crafted in 2003, showcases a beautiful golden hue that invites you in with its radiant appearance. The wine embodies a full-bodied character, delivering richness on the palate that is perfectly balanced by its vibrant acidity, creating a mouthwatering experience. With a prominent fruit intensity, flavors of apricot, peach, and honey develop gracefully, reflecting the region's unique terroir and the influence of botrytis cinerea, or noble rot. Its delightful sweetness is elegantly complemented by a refreshing liveliness, making this Sauternes a truly enchanting choice for both leisurely sipping and pairing with exquisite desserts or cheeses.

Tasting notes:

Apricot

Honey

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin High

Low Pronounced

Region:

Bordeaux

Probably the world's most famous wine region, Bordeaux is a true powerhouse of French quality. While Bordeaux is home to some of the country's most expensive bottles, it is also possible to find great-value wines from small producers. Almost all red and white wines from Bordeaux are blends. Reds tend to be a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. But just as important as the blends are the quality of the region's terroir and unique winemaking techniques. The Bordeaux region is divided by the Gironde River into two main parts. Cabernet Sauvignon reigns supreme on the Left Bank, while Merlot dominates the Right Bank. White wines are usually a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon.

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