Bordeaux wines: white Bordeaux, Sauternes....

This Sauternes Nectar d'Or 2023 from Barton & Guestier is a French sweet white wine made from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. The grapes are harvested manually, berry by berry, with only those affected by noble rot (Botrytis cinerea) being selected. The vines grow on soils composed of gravel, limestone and clay, benefiting from an oceanic microclimate regulated by the Ciron River, which promotes the development of Botrytis. After pressing, alcoholic fermentation takes place partly in vats and partly in barrels, and the wine is partially aged in oak barrels to bring complexity and depth. Its intense, brilliant golden colour reveals a complex and elegant wine, with a refined nose combining pineapple, apricot, acacia and honey. On the palate, it is smooth, persistent and fruity, with notes of candied orange that prolong the pleasure. This wine, carefully selected by Le Delas, your wholesaler in Rungis, perfectly illustrates the quintessence of great Sauternes, combining aromatic finesse, balance and elegance. Culinary uses, preparation and storage ► Serve between 8°C and 10°C to fully appreciate its aromas. ► Perfect with aperitifs, foie gras, melon, roast poultry or blue cheeses. ► Also ideal with fruity desserts or refined pastries.

The vibrant fruit and mineral freshness of a bold and distinctive white Graves. This sunny vintage produced perfectly ripe grapes, whilst retaining the characteristic tension essential to the region's great white wines. Technical details and aromatic profile: ► Grape varieties: 70% Sémillon, 30% Sauvignon. ► Vinification & Ageing: Vinified entirely with natural yeasts and aged in stainless steel vats to preserve aromatic purity. Note the technical innovation: 20% of the harvest underwent a 5-day fermentation in contact with the skins, adding extra structure. ► Profile: A crisp white wine, characterised by lovely freshness and a confident structure. The balance between the richness of the Sémillon and the liveliness of the Sauvignon offers immediate harmony and great pleasure. ► Approach: Biodynamic, with total respect for soil life and natural cycles. Food and wine pairings & Professional use: This white Graves is a top choice for restaurant and brasserie wine lists: ► Serving: Best served between 10°C and 12°C. ► Pairings: Its structure and freshness make it an ideal companion for seafood platters, grilled fish, bistro-style poultry dishes or mature goat's cheeses. ► Wine list advantage: Its ‘fruity wine' profile, coupled with organic certification and the estate's innovative image, perfectly meets the current demand for wines with character that are healthy and accessible.