barton & guestier

B&G Sauternes
"Nectar d'Or"

2022 / 2023

Location

France

Region

AOC Sauternes

GRAPE VARIETIES

Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc

 

WINEMAKING

Picking berry by berry as only the rotten (noble rot) ones are taken – pressing of the berries – alcoholic fermentation. Partly aged in French oak. 

 

VITICULTURE

Low yields, hand tending, careful selection and minimal interference in the natural ripening of the grapes.

 

TASTING NOTES

Brilliant golden color. Complex, fine, and elegant nose with pineapples and apricot aromas combined with notes of acacia and honey. Intense and rich on the palate. The sweetness is well-integrated to the freshness and flavors of candied orange lingering gracefully.

 

PAIRING

Melon, foie gras, roasted poultry, blue-veined cheeses, desserts, or as an aperitif. Best served between 8°C and 10°C / 46°F and 50°F.

 

KEY FACTS

  • Our Sauternes, « Nectar d’Or » refers to the divine beverage and its unique golden color.
  • Manually harvested and sorted five times to guarantee the quintessence of Sauternes wine
  • Vegan friendly
  • Sustainable farming, certification in process

 

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