An exceptional Sauternes dessert wine. Complex bouquet of ripe tropical fruits, honey, and floral notes. Rich and luscious palate with candied citrus, honey, and spice. Long, harmonious finish. Impresses discerning palates.
Producer
Château Climens
Region
Barsac, Sauternes, Bordeaux
Country
France
Varietal Composition
100% Sémillon
Specifications
2014
Vintage
2040
Drink By
14
%
ABV
Vinification
Biodynamically farmed grapes - 141 g/L residual sugar
Occasional wine note
This is an exceptional botrytis-affected dessert wine from the famed Sauternes region of Bordeaux. Coming in at about 20% of the price of neighboring Château d'Yquem, this is a tremendous value. This should accompany your holiday dessert table or other special occasion.
What experts say about this wine
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Wine Enthusiast
This is beautifully concentrated and full of great richness yet seems closed at the moment. Its apricot jelly and dried fruit flavors, acidity and botrytis are in perfect balance, developing intensity as it opens. A full, generous wine with a great future.
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100
Wine Spectator
A stellar dessert wine that delivers wave after wave of piecrust, dried pineapple, warm marmalade, singed almond, glazed peach and apricot flavors, with a hint of brioche. Despite the heft, this has a breezy feel within, thanks to riveting acidity buried deep on the finish.
pairing recommendation
Crème brûlée
Pie
Pastry
Foie Gras
Oysters
Spicy Food
Poultry
Pungent Cheese
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2014 Château Climens 1er Cru Barsac
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