Tasting notes
Sugar, Fruity, Acidity, Body · Sweet
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickCaramelized Pear Tarte TatinDessert
The candied pears and caramel recall the sweetness and fruitiness of the wine, while the acidity of the pastry balances the sweetness to prevent it from being too heavy.
- Grilled swordfish rolls with citrus sauce
Savory and smoky meat balances the intense sweetness of the wine; the citrus sauce reinforces the acidity and cleanses the palate between sips.
- Thin caramelized pear and almond tartDessert
Melting pears and caramel reflecting the wine's sweetness; the almond provides a slightly fatty texture balanced by acidity, creating harmony on the mid-palate.
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- Cured cheese with fig jam and walnuts
The creamy texture of the cheese and the sweetness of the jam balance the fruity and sugary liveliness of the wine, while the walnuts add a textural counterpoint and a slight bitterness.
- Creamy gorgonzola and caramelized pear risotto
Creamy and slightly savory, the dish enhances the fruity sweetness and soft structure of the wine, while the acidity prevents it from being cloying.
- Fresh apricot and almond cream tartletDessert
The natural acidity of the ripe fruit and the sweetness of the almond create a perfect resonance with the stone fruit notes and the slightly honeyed finish of the tasting.
Storage potential between 5 and 10 years
Currently drink vintages 2016 to 2021
Serve between 10°C and 12°C
Common varieties
Sémillon
Sémillon is a white grape variety traditionally cultivated in the Bordeaux region of France. It is often used to produce dry, sweet, and luscious white wines, with aromas of tropical fruits, honey, and nuts.
Muscadelle
Muscadelle is a white grape variety mainly cultivated in the Bordeaux region of France. It is often used in blends to add floral and fruity aromas to Bordeaux white wines, as well as for the production of sweet wines.
Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc is a famous white grape variety grown in many wine regions around the world. In France, it is mainly cultivated in the Loire Valley and Bordeaux region. It produces lively and aromatic white wines, with flavors of tropical fruits, citrus, and boxwood.