Dear Sauternes connoisseurs,
This premier cru in Sauternes growth used to be part of Cordier negociant, today is owned by Suez group. The vineyards are about 98.80 acres and divided in three parts. The first one is located north of the chateau, second part is very near to the bottom of Chateau Yquem (Premier Cru Superieur) and close to Chateau Suduiraut (Premier Cru) and finally last one is in Bommes area.
This castle is just full of surprise. It has been totally renovated by Suez group for the pleasure of the best customers which have the privilege to stay. (check this typical castle atmosphere in the living room on the left, and special reserve of 1945 Ch.Lafaurie-Peyraguey on the right)
Well, going back to what we're delighted and interested in Ch.Lafaurie-Peyraguey. Mr.Eric Larramona, Director (see picture below)
invited me early this month of January to learn more about the extreme and intense work that must be done to be one of the most delicious sauternes of its growth.After visiting the cellar,
Mr. Laramona conducted a remarquable tasting on 3 vintages 2004, 2005 and 2006.
- 2004: Bottled in June 2006, ageing 18 months in a oak cask, is a classic vintage, well-balance less fresh than 2002 but with litlle spices in the mouth.
- 2005: Bottled in June 2007, same ageing, too young, fruity and complex. Comparable to 1997 vintage.
- 2006: will be bottled in June 2008, same ageing, long harvest and hand picked, the nose can already reveal some passion fruit and woody taste.
And, again Eric I would like to thank you for your warm welcome and I would say to our wines lovers: "open your mind to Sauternes region as many times we forget about such jewel excists!!!
MFM
