Wines Sauternes Château Latrezotte - Le Sauternes de ma fille - 2010

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Château Latrezotte’s 2010 offering, Cuvée Le Sauternes de ma fille, hails from the prestigious Sauternes AOC in the Bordeaux region of France. This wine, characterised by its luscious sweetness, is a blend that speaks to the opulent nature of Sauternes' dessert wines. Sauternes is renowned for its use of noble rot, a special kind of grape fungus that concentrates the sugars and flavours, imparting complexity and rich sweetness. The 2010 vintage was noted for its remarkable balance and structure, enhanced by the unique terroir of the Sauternais, which combines gravelly soils, conducive to drainage, with the climatic influence of the nearby Ciron and Garonne rivers, creating misty mornings and ensuring the development of botrytis cinerea that is so critical to these wines.

The Sauternes region of Bordeaux is steeped in history, with wine production dating back several centuries. The climate is a key player in the creation of its iconic wines. The region benefits from a maritime climate with warm summers and mild winters, but it is the autumnal fog coupled with afternoon sunshine that truly catalyses the onset of noble rot, differentiating these wines from other dessert wines around the globe.

A wine of this illustrious pedigree should be paired with the right dishes to fully appreciate its complexity. Serve it with foie gras for a classic match, or consider the indulgence of pairing it with Roquefort cheese; the saltiness of the cheese beautifully contrasting with the wine's sweetness. For a lighter accompaniment, fresh fruit-based desserts, such as a tarte tatin or poached pears, would highlight the caramel and honey notes inherent in the wine.

For the optimal experience, serve this Sauternes slightly chilled, around 10-12°C. This temperature allows the wine’s rich aromas of apricot, honey, and citrus to unfurl fully, while maintaining its bright, refreshing acidity. Enjoy this captivating nectar in a slender dessert wine glass to best capture the aromatic depth and persistence on the palate.