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The November 2016 Internet-Only Auction Part 2
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Estimate: $275
Top shoulder, slightly elevated cork, bin stained label.
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"Served at the chateau by Christian Seely, this is simply a sublime Sauternes that utterly seduces the senses. A deep gold/amber colour, very clear. The crystalline nose wafts from the glass, a perfumed of marmalade, creme brulee, apricot, wild honey and jasmine. You could just sit and inhale all day. The palate is viscous, beautifully balanced, no hard edges or any sign of oxidation after fifty years, perfect acidity with a harmonious, marmalade and nectarine tinged finish. It lingers in the mouth, not wanting to let go. This is spellbinding Sauternes."
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"Served at the chateau by Christian Seely, this is simply a sublime Sauternes that utterly seduces the senses. A deep gold/amber colour, very clear. The crystalline nose wafts from the glass, a perfumed of marmalade, creme brulee, apricot, wild honey and jasmine. You could just sit and inhale all day. The palate is viscous, beautifully balanced, no hard edges or any sign of oxidation after fifty years, perfect acidity with a harmonious, marmalade and nectarine tinged finish. It lingers in the mouth, not wanting to let go. This is spellbinding Sauternes."
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The world's most influential fine-wine producer and the benchmark for Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and the Rhone. Its appellation (AOC) system codifies geography, grape and method, and its wines set the global standard for age-worthiness and terroir expression.
The world's largest fine-wine region, built around blends of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Divided by the Gironde estuary into the structured Left Bank and the plush, Merlot-led Right Bank, it is the historic benchmark for age-worthy claret and sweet Sauternes.
Produces the world's most celebrated sweet wines, made from Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc affected by noble rot. Rich, honeyed and remarkably long-lived, they balance sweetness with vibrant acidity.
Yields crisp, aromatic whites with citrus, herb and grassy notes. It shines in the Loire, Bordeaux blends and around the world for its refreshing zip.
Prized both for age-worthy dry whites and, when affected by noble rot, the great sweet wines of Sauternes. It offers waxy texture and honeyed depth.