Lafaurie Peyraguey Half 2001
Lafaurie Peyraguey Half 2001 is a luscious, medium-bodied white from Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc (Sauternes, France), in the sweet and dessert wines style. Acidity is fresh; oak influence is little. Good with blue cheese, goat cheese, asparagus, fruit dessert.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coutet Half 2010 Château Coutet · Bordeaux | £35.00 | |||
| Doisy Vedrines 2001 Chateau Doisy-Vedrines · Bordeaux | £63.00 | |||
| Chateau Coutet 2017 Château Coutet · Bordeaux | £40.64 | |||
| Château de Fargues, Sauternes - Half 2005 Château de Fargues · Bordeaux | £55.00 |
The 2001 vintage was an exceptional year for Sauternes, producing sweet wines with incredible balance and richness. The weather conditions were favourable for the development of noble rot, which is essential for the production of the region’s renowned sweet wines. Given the exceptional quality of the 2001 vintage, this Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey still has excellent ageing potential, and the wine can continue to evolve and improve in the bottle. To enjoy it at its best, serve it chilled and pair it with rich dishes such as foie gras, blue cheese, or fruit-based desserts.