Chateau de Fargues Sauternes 2005 Grilling with a sense of lift

with a sense of lift and suppleness complementing its irresistible savory funk

smoke-tinged

This wine comes from a parcel of younger vines planted in 1996 in a lieu-dit that is highly regarded for its Chardonnay

Comprised of 50% each Cabernet Franc and Merlot planted in a 1

with all elements hanging together in delicate harmony

Chateau de Fargues Sauternes 2005 Grilling with a sense of liftWhile Chteau dYquem was sold to LVMH in the late 1990s, Chteau de Fargues remains under the control of the Lur Saluces family, with Alexandres friendly and highly capable son Philippe at the helm today. Their lone wine is produced from 80% Smillon and 20% Sauvignon Blanc, harvested with meticulous care to only include pristinely botrytized fruit, with yields averaging less than a glass of wine per vine. It is aged for two full years in one third new