Sauternes & Barsac
Indulge in the sublime world of Sauternes and Barsac wines, where time-honored traditions and exceptional craftsmanship unite to create liquid poetry in a glass. As a renowned wine company, we take immense pride in curating an exquisite selection of these captivating golden nectars, offering you an unforgettable journey through the terroir-rich vineyards of Bordeaux.
Our Sauternes and Barsac collection showcases the pinnacle of sweet wines, known for their luscious flavors, heavenly aromas, and unparalleled complexity. Each bottle tells a story of dedication, as our winemakers patiently wait for the perfect conditions to harvest the botrytis-affected grapes, the noble rot that adds an extraordinary depth to the final elixir.
Within this collection, you will discover an array of prestigious estates, each with their own distinctive expression of Sauternes and Barsac. From the legendary Château d'Yquem to the enchanting Château Climens, we have handpicked these jewels of the region to satisfy the discerning palates of connoisseurs and novices alike.
Immerse yourself in a symphony of flavors, where notes of honey, apricot, candied citrus, and exotic spices dance gracefully on your taste buds. The remarkable balance between sweetness and acidity makes these wines not only a delight to sip but also a perfect companion to a variety of gastronomic experiences. Whether you pair them with foie gras, blue cheese, or a decadent dessert, the harmony of flavors will elevate every culinary moment.
Sauternes & Barsac
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (WA) | HK$1,430.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (97)The de Fargues 2007 delivers 13.9% alcohol and 134 grams of residual sugar. Picking commenced on September 11, with slow botrytis formation and recommenced October 2-24, the picking ale to be conducted at a relatively leisurely pace. It has a very typical de Fargues nose that has lost its tongue at first, but it opens up to reveal a slightly spirituous bouquet with clear honey, pressed flowers, almond and a distant scent of the sea. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannins and outstanding delineation. It is utterly harmonious with a thrilling, edgy finish that expresses the terroir with great clarity. There is an effervescent quality that really takes the 2007 to another level, while the marmalade and white pepper finish is powerful and leaves a lasting impression. This is a fabulous 2007, one of the wines of the vintage. Tasted April 2013. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91-94 (VN (AG)) | HK$8,440.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (91-94)The 2013 de Fargues is deep, powerful and intense. Apricot jam, orange marmalade, spices and wild flowers inform a Sauternes built on real resonance and layers of flavor. White flowers, lychee and mango are some of the many notes that linger on the close. The 2013 is quite rich, yet also maintains a gorgeous sense of transparency. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96-98 (WA) | HK$8,700.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96-98)The 2015 Chateau de Fargues delivers 153 grams per liter of residual sugar at 13.8% alcohol. It has a complex bouquet with honey, marmalade and quince aromas that are beautifully defined, but will clearly take a few years to reach their full potential. The palate is very sensual on the entry, honeyed and lavish at the beginning, but retaining wonderful precision and persistence on the lightly spiced finish. This is a seriously good de Fargues that should age effortlessly over the next 30-40 years. As usual, this is one for the serious Sauternes-lovers who know that good things come to those that wait. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 96-98 (WA) | HK$8,815.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96-98)The 2015 Chateau de Fargues delivers 153 grams per liter of residual sugar at 13.8% alcohol. It has a complex bouquet with honey, marmalade and quince aromas that are beautifully defined, but will clearly take a few years to reach their full potential. The palate is very sensual on the entry, honeyed and lavish at the beginning, but retaining wonderful precision and persistence on the lightly spiced finish. This is a seriously good de Fargues that should age effortlessly over the next 30-40 years. As usual, this is one for the serious Sauternes-lovers who know that good things come to those that wait. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 96 (VN (NM)) | HK$8,385.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)The 2016 de Fargues has a lively bouquet of dried honey and marmalade scents infused with subtle hazelnut and lanolin aromas; there is fine cohesion and focus on display here. The palate is very well balanced with a supple, viscous opening. The acidity and the level of new oak are extremely well judged, and hints of custard creams and quince appear toward the harmonious finish. What a lovely Sauternes! Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - | HK$2,605.00 | |||||
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Impeccably crafted, the Myrat 2013 is a vintage offering of distinction from Château de Myrat, a noted producer in the prestigious Sauternes region in Bordeaux, France. This glorious golden-hued spirit combines Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. The terroir, characterised by gravelly soils and marine sediments, imparts a singular charm to Myrat 2013, affording a remarkable balance and complexity. It undergoes a long, meticulous fermentation in oak barrels and is aged for 20-24 months before bottling, enhancing the depth and character of its profile. The Myrat 2013 delivers an impressive bouquet of honey, apricot and candied orange peel notes, complemented by a rich palate bathed in the sweetness of luscious fruit, leading to a lingering, tasteful finish. Boutique and family-led, Château de Myrat is renowned for concocting prime spirits, with Myrat 2013 a vibrant testament to their commitment to quality. A well-cellared bottle can be savoured for many more years, an absolute gem for discerning palates. |
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Bordeaux | 12 | - | HK$2,550.00 | |||||
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The Myrat 2014 hails from the reputed vineyards of Château de Myrat, located in the illustrious Sauternes AOC in Bordeaux, France. This resplendent 2014 vintage is a delightful ensemble of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle grapes. Handpicked during the 'noble rot' phase, these grapes bestow upon the Myrat 2014 a blissful balance of sweetness and acidity. A scrupulously selected blend, vinified in oak barrels and aged for up to 18 months, it erupts in a symphony of rich and hedonistic flavours. Expect notes of ripe tropical fruits, honey, and delicate spice with an enduring finish that captivates the palate. Produced under the capable hands of reputable winegrower Xavier de Pontac, the Myrat 2014 stands as a testament to the quintessential allure of Sauternes wines. Elegance and opulence encapsulated in a bottle, this bewitching dessert wine guarantees a decadent drinking experience. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 91+ (VN (NM)) | HK$2,690.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (91+)The 2015 Château de Myrat offers yellow plum, apricot jam and marmalade aromas on a generous and powerful nose. The palate is well balanced with a honeyed texture. This is a mouth-filling Sauternes that is just missing tension and requisite acidity on the finish, hence my score. Tasted blind at the 2015 Bordeaux Ten-Year-On tasting at Farr Vintners. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 18 (JR) | HK$4,240.00 | |||||
Jancis Robinson (18)Broad and gorgeous - rather more forward than the Lafaurie Peyraguey served immediately before. There's enough stuffing for a long life however. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-93 (VN (ST)) | HK$4,240.00 | |||||
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (91-93)Pale medium yellow-gold. Reticent aromas of stone fruits,orange zest and menthol. Very sweet but at the same time brisk and penetrating, with pure, intense fruit flavors oforange, tangerine and pineapple lifted by a floral component. Clearly high in alcohol and yet the wine is fresh enough to really cleanse the palate. In fact, this is downright racy for the vintage, and for Sauternes. A great success in the making for this chateau. |
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Bordeaux | 11 | 92 (WA) | HK$645.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (92)Tasted blind at the 10-Year On Tasting in Sauternes. The 2005 Château de Rayne-Vigneau has a waxy, dried pineapple, honey and petrol-tinged bouquet that gains vigor in the glass. The palate is fresh and vibrant with plenty of botrytis: very harmonious with honeyed fruit laced with dried orange peel, quince and ginger. This builds extremely well in the mouth and fans out in glorious fashion on the finish. This is an excellent Sauternes that should give 20 or 30 years of pleasure. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-94 (VN (ID)) | HK$3,410.00 | |||||
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (91-94)Bright, pale yellow. Lively lemon, tangerine, mango and papaya aromas are complicated by menthol and smoky botrytis. Sweet, silky and suave, delivering enticing, very pure flavors of peach nectar, guava and honey. This offers plenty of volume and richness without excess weight and finishes with sneaky length. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-96 (VN (NM)) | HK$4,195.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (94-96)The 2017 Rayne-Vigneau has been on a roll of late and this latest release has bags of potential. It has a well-defined, quite intense bouquet with perfumed yellow plum and acacia honey aromas wafting from the glass. The palate is very fresh on the entry with crisp acidity. This feels very pure and full of tension, conveying wonderful energy on the honeyed finish with blood orange on the aftertaste. Superb. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - | HK$3,195.00 | |||||
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Embarking on a tasting journey with the exquisite Justices 2016 is a sublime adventure. This transcendent vintage comes from the revered vineyards in the fertile slopes of Bordeaux, France, meticulously crafted under the guidance of renowned winemaker Jean Philippe Justices himself. Justices 2016 is a rare blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, matured using traditional barrel ageing methods which contribute to its astounding complexity and richness. This vintage exudes an enchanting bouquet of ripe black cherries, wild raspberries and delicate violet nuances, all underscored by a provocative layer of minerality. The palate is beautifully balanced, marrying fruity opulence with suave tannins, culminating in a devilishly long finish. Justices 2016, operating under the umbrella of Chateau Fayau, has received critical acclaim from Masters of Wine and top sommeliers globally. It presents a wonderful opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts seeking an outstanding expression of the quintessential Bordeaux blend. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 94 (VN (NM)) | HK$1,325.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)I have always loved the 1990 Climens. A little deeper in colour than I remember, it has a gorgeous bouquet of marmalade, Manuka honey, quince and a touch of sugar barley, all finely detailed. The palate is unctuous on the entry with lower acidity than its peers, sumptuous in style with a thickly-textured, ravishing finish that manages to maintain harmony and freshness. This is a Climens that you can lose yourself in. Courtesy of a bottle proffered by Bill Blatch at Trinity restaurant in London. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (VN (NM)) | HK$7,580.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)I have always loved the 1990 Climens. A little deeper in colour than I remember, it has a gorgeous bouquet of marmalade, Manuka honey, quince and a touch of sugar barley, all finely detailed. The palate is unctuous on the entry with lower acidity than its peers, sumptuous in style with a thickly-textured, ravishing finish that manages to maintain harmony and freshness. This is a Climens that you can lose yourself in. Courtesy of a bottle proffered by Bill Blatch at Trinity restaurant in London. |
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