Chateau Guiraud 2014
- Producer Vignobles Comtes von Neipperg
- Blend Bordeaux - Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscadelle
- Country France
- Region Bordeaux
- Appellation Sauternes
- UPC 0 15643 47125 4
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Item# 1694-14
James Suckling
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Tasting notes
For the 2014 harvest - 4th harvest certified AB (organic) and of which the very weak yield was of 9hl/ha - Château Giraud was able to harvest the botrytis cinerea at his best stage in 4 successive pickings. In Sauternes, on its parcel, the pickings of Guiraud spread from September 17th to October 29th. Guiraud 2014 has an intense golden yellow robe and offers freshness and remarkable tensions on the nose. The smelling process is marked by spiced expressions (ginger,white pepper) completed by a delicious candied lemon and a few exotic hints that are more classic ( pineapple,mango). On the mouth, it offers a revivifying attack, of an undeniable accuracy - guarantee of the balance on the mid-palate - on a base of pure, quaffable and aery wine. The finish is strong. This sauternes is a success!
Description
Château Guiraud wine is born of simplicity and proven methods.
This wine is aged for approximately 18 months in oak barrels specially selected for their contribution to the wine’s elegant manner and the immensity of the its soul. The bouquet is precise, the texture is sensual, the smoothness has a somewhat mineral tone ; Château Guiraud expresses elegant purity and aromatic refinement.
Estate
Château Guiraud, which dates back to the 15th century, is one of the jewels of the Sauternes appellation. Certified organic, the estate has over 100 hectares of vines (65% Sémillon and 35% Sauvignon Blanc).
Stephan von Neipperg has been co-owner of the château since 2006. This is fully in keeping with his background, since his family continues to make sweet wine at their estate in Germany.
History
Members of the Franconian aristocracy with a long political and agricultural tradition, the Counts von Neipperg family line can be traced back to the 12th century. Representing some eight centuries of winegrowing and winemaking experience, today Count Stephan von Neipperg manages the 9 family-owned estates, 4 of which are in Saint-Emilion, Bordeaux: Château Canon La Gaffelière, La Mondotte, Clos de l’Oratoire, Château Peyreau.
