The 1928 Château Lafon is an extraordinarily elegant Sauternes, enhanced by decades of aging. Its complexity and depth make it a collector’s piece for sweet wine lovers, offering a journey through time and a celebration of Bordeaux’s winemaking tradition.
Château Lafon 1928 Bordeaux Sauternes France
€578.40
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The 1928 Château Lafon is an extraordinarily elegant Sauternes, enhanced by decades of aging. Its complexity and depth make it a collector’s piece for sweet wine lovers, offering a journey through time and a celebration of Bordeaux’s winemaking tradition.
Winery: Château Lafon
Grape Varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon
Region: Sauternes, Bordeaux, France
Appellation: Sauternes
Color: White
Format: 0.75 L Bottle
Description
The 1928 Château Lafon is a true gem from the Sauternes region, renowned for producing exceptionally complex and rich sweet wines. This vintage showcases the deep-rooted tradition and expertise of Château Lafon, a historic estate in the region. Made from the traditional Sauternes grapes—Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc—this wine perfectly expresses the essence of Bordeaux sweet wines, marked by the noble rot, botrytis cinerea. The 1928 Château Lafon, now over 90 years old, has developed remarkable complexity over time. This grand sweet wine exemplifies the delicate balance between residual sugar and acidity, maintaining an impressive freshness despite its venerable age.
Blend
Primarily composed of Sémillon, which imparts roundness and aromatic richness, and Sauvignon Blanc, contributing a refreshing acidity and vivacity to this naturally sweet wine.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: The wine boasts a deep golden hue, nearly amber, with copper reflections, showcasing its exceptional bottle aging.
Nose: Aromas of candied fruits (apricots, peaches), honey, dried figs, alongside notes of walnuts, caramel, and beeswax. Subtle hints of saffron and sweet spices add depth to this complex bouquet.
Palate: On the palate, the wine is luscious and velvety, offering a generous sweetness balanced by a lively and persistent acidity. Flavors of ripe fruit, gingerbread, roasted hazelnuts, and white chocolate linger in a long, elegant finish, with a discreet minerality.
Aging Potential
The 1928 Château Lafon has reached perfect maturity, though it can still be cellared for a few more years. However, it is currently at its peak, offering an unparalleled tasting experience.
Food Pairing
This Sauternes pairs wonderfully with pan-seared or semi-cooked foie gras, blue cheeses such as Roquefort, desserts featuring dried fruits or caramel, or apricot or fig tarts. It can also be enjoyed on its own to fully appreciate its complexity.
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