Sauternes wines, classified in the 1855 Classification of Bordeaux are made from Sémillon, Sauvignon blanc (sometimes Muscadelle)

Sauternes, south of Graves, sits close to the Garonne river and its tributary, the Ciron. The Ciron is responsible for creating the micro-climate that produces Botrytis cinerea, the “noble rot”. Botrytis is a fungus which intensifies sweetness and flavor of the grapes.

Our sommelier has selected a superb Sauternes, Caprice from Bastor-Lamontagne. Exquisite,  incredible length and a perfect balance acidity.

(Blue cheese addicts may try the super pairing with Sauternes, association between Penicillium roqueforti and Botrytis cinerea, respectively from blue cheese and Sauternes)

PS: Our Sauternes Caprice was in I-S Magazine a few days ago...