Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 1er Grand Cru de Sauternes 1955
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Füllniveau upper shoulder, Kapsel und Etikett gut.
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Tasting note: Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 1er Grand Cru de Sauternes 1955
(Premier Cru Classé, Sauternes, Bordeaux, France)
Optics
Deep amber gold with copper-coloured reflections and a slightly lighter rim. The viscosity reveals the noble sweet concentration - typical of an old Sauternes.
Nose
A complex bouquet that carries the decades with elegance:
Primary aromas: dried apricots, candied orange peel, honeycomb and boiled quinces.
Secondary/tertiary flavours: Caramelised almonds, saffron, cedar wood and a subtle smoky note (botrytis influence).
Oxidative accents: Sherry-like nuances of walnut and old leather, but without dominance.
Palate
A harmonious interplay of sweetness and acidity that is surprisingly lively for a 68-year-old wine wonder:
Fruit & sweetness: jam-like density of dates, figs and honeydew melon, carried by residual sugar that has developed into a silky balsamic depth over time.
Structure: The acidity is restrained but present enough to balance the sweetness. The alcohol (probably originally 13-14%) is fully integrated.
Texture: Syrupy but not sticky - a sign of great ageing.
Finish
Long lasting with a hint of bitter orange marmalade, roasted hazelnuts and a mineral trace (chalk? slate?). The final spice is reminiscent of ginger and vanilla pods.
Overall rating
A wine of the century that epitomises the magic of botrytis and the art of Sauternes winemaking. The 1955 season was not a legendary vintage, but Lafaurie-Peyraguey shows here how even "average" vintages can mature into masterpieces over time. The wine is no longer a powerhouse, but a meditative, almost philosophical drink - optimally matured, but not in decline.
Drinking window: At its peak - enjoy now before the acidity subsides further.
Recommendation: Do not decant; serve at 12-14°C with foie gras, blue cheese or on its own as a contemplation wine.
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Alkohol: | 14 |
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Erzeuger: | Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey |
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Farbe: | weiss |
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Füllmenge: | 750 ml |
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Geschmack: | süss |
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Jahrgang: | 1955 |
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Land: | Frankreich |
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Produktart: | Wein |
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Rebsorte: | Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc |
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Region: | Sauternes |
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Weinart: | Weisswein |
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