The 2020 Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 1er Grand Cru Classé 1855 Half Bottle (375ml) is a beautifully mature Sauternes from one of the appellation's historic First Growth estates. Produced predominantly from Sémillon with Sauvignon Blanc, the excellent 2020 vintage is widely regarded as one of the finest for sweet Bordeaux. Presented in a convenient half-bottle format, it offers remarkable depth and complexity. The nose is richly aromatic with notes of dried apricot, candied orange peel, honey, quince paste and marmalade, complemented by saffron, toasted almond and delicate vanilla spice.
On the palate, it is lusciously textured yet beautifully balanced, with vibrant acidity lifting flavours of ripe stone fruit, citrus preserve, honeycomb and caramelised pineapple. Layers of spice and mineral freshness lead to a long, elegant finish, demonstrating the remarkable ageing potential that has made the 2020 vintage so highly regarded.
Ben's Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this half bottle is an exceptional choice for collectors and lovers of mature Sauternes. Serve lightly chilled with foie gras, blue cheese, crème brûlée, tarte Tatin or roasted apricot desserts. Drinking magnificently now, it will continue to evolve gracefully for another 10–20 years under ideal cellaring conditions.
