This is a bird of a different feather, with an exotic, vibrant aroma of toasted coconut, followed by an almond cream note that gives way to the core of green fig, papaya, Cavaillon melon and honey. There's stunning richness and mouthfeel, with the power to be one of the longer-lived wines of the vintage. Very impressive... Wine Spectator
Jason Gaffner
The 09 is tasting great but I think I prefer the 11. This one has some really nice texter and this creamy thing going on. But the 11 is just so beautiful and tropical. Good thing I have both! :)
The 09 is tasting great but I think I prefer the 11. This one has some really nice texter and this creamy thing going on. But the 11 is just so beautiful and tropical. Good thing I have both! :)
9.2Jusden Aumand
Stellar showing. Always bold and bountiful. Scores are too low here.
Stellar showing. Always bold and bountiful. Scores are too low here.
9.5Shay A
The Fall Confrerie St Etienne dinner highlighting Alsatian whites alongside French and Napa reds. A delightful evening! I’ll be honest...this kind of stole the evening. It was paired alongside a pumpkin spice creme brûlée and it was an astounding pairing. Out of mag. Honeyed apricot, cashews, Mexican vanilla. Could still use another 7-10yrs away, but hard to ignore now!
The Fall Confrerie St Etienne dinner highlighting Alsatian whites alongside French and Napa reds. A delightful evening! I’ll be honest...this kind of stole the evening. It was paired alongside a pumpkin spice creme brûlée and it was an astounding pairing. Out of mag. Honeyed apricot, cashews, Mexican vanilla. Could still use another 7-10yrs away, but hard to ignore now!
9.5Emily O'Mara
Paired it with pâté and I'm one happy camper !!
Paired it with pâté and I'm one happy camper !!
9.4Saman Hosseini
Writer Maison Abattoir
A more exotic/tropical fruit profile than with 03 with a very desirable tartness.
A more exotic/tropical fruit profile than with 03 with a very desirable tartness.
9.0Christine Havens
A showstopper, especially for its price. Decadent and lush. Layers of tropical fruit, dried pineapple, dried apricot and apricot jam. Nice vein of acidity to keep it light and lively. On the finish Vietnamese coconut caramel custard, a waft of cardamom. Gorgeous.
A showstopper, especially for its price. Decadent and lush. Layers of tropical fruit, dried pineapple, dried apricot and apricot jam. Nice vein of acidity to keep it light and lively. On the finish Vietnamese coconut caramel custard, a waft of cardamom. Gorgeous.
9.7Gary Westby
Champagne & Sherry buyer K&L Wines
A rich, tropical bonanza! Quite soft and showing its wood.
A rich, tropical bonanza! Quite soft and showing its wood.
9.0Luis Arguero (@winefromAtoZ)
Château Guiraud Sauternes 2009: Drinking some impressive sweet goodness to warm up the bones! Full-bodied. Golden color in appearance. Pronounced aromas. Balanced acidity & sweetness. Layers and layers of intense flavors: Honey, pineapple, apricot, peach, caramel & orange marmalade. Smooth persistent finish. For me, this was an outstanding wine. Simply gorgeous! Great day to all! Cheers
Château Guiraud Sauternes 2009: Drinking some impressive sweet goodness to warm up the bones! Full-bodied. Golden color in appearance. Pronounced aromas. Balanced acidity & sweetness. Layers and layers of intense flavors: Honey, pineapple, apricot, peach, caramel & orange marmalade. Smooth persistent finish. For me, this was an outstanding wine. Simply gorgeous! Great day to all! Cheers
9.4Byron Hewett
From 750. I have this wine many times before, but always from 375s. This showed very well tonight. Viscous, stone fruits. Enjoyed with fresh peaches and strawberries.
From 750. I have this wine many times before, but always from 375s. This showed very well tonight. Viscous, stone fruits. Enjoyed with fresh peaches and strawberries.
9.3Kenneth Rosal
Nose: Pronounced Aromas Lemon and Apricot. Palate: Sweet. Medium Acidity. Low Tannin. Full Body. Pronounced Flavours of Apricot, Peaches, and Oranges. Long Finish of Caramelized Pineapple.
Nose: Pronounced Aromas Lemon and Apricot. Palate: Sweet. Medium Acidity. Low Tannin. Full Body. Pronounced Flavours of Apricot, Peaches, and Oranges. Long Finish of Caramelized Pineapple.
9.3WARNING: DRINKING DISTILLED SPIRITS, BEER, COOLERS, WINE AND OTHER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES MAY INCREASE CANCER RISK, AND, DURING PREGNANCY, CAN CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS.