The 2005 Château Rabaud-Promis Sauternes 1er Grand Cru Classé 1855 Half Bottle (375ml) is a beautifully mature sweet Bordeaux from one of Sauternes' historic First Growth estates. Produced predominantly from Sémillon with Sauvignon Blanc, the outstanding 2005 vintage has developed impressive depth and complexity while retaining exceptional freshness. The nose is richly aromatic with notes of dried apricot, candied orange peel, quince, honey and marmalade, complemented by saffron, toasted almond and delicate vanilla spice.
On the palate, it is lusciously textured yet beautifully balanced by vibrant acidity. Layers of ripe stone fruit, citrus preserve, honeycomb and caramelised pineapple unfold across a silky palate, while subtle spice and mineral notes lead to a long, elegant finish. The half-bottle format makes it an ideal choice for enjoying this mature Sauternes over dessert or with a special meal.
Ben's Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this half bottle is an outstanding choice for lovers of mature sweet Bordeaux. Serve lightly chilled with foie gras, blue cheese, crème brûlée, tarte Tatin or roasted apricot desserts. Drinking beautifully now, it will continue to evolve gracefully for the next 10–15 years under ideal cellaring conditions.
