Meredith Moody

9.4

Pale yellow color. Smells very citrusy and tropical, with a hint of some creaminess. On the first taste it was very bright, but had a richness on the finish. Definitely fruit forward, leans heavily towards tropical fruits like pineapple in the beginning. Has mineral/earthy notes towards the end. Very clean and dry. I really like this wine. Had it with spanish iberico ham, great combo. — 14 days ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.5

Château Suduiraut, 2023, Sauternes BDX, France 🇫🇷

Overview
Premier Cru Classé Sauternes delivering pure botrytis luxury blend of 80% Semillon, 15% Sauvignon Blanc and 5% Sauvignon Gris with remarkable tension and precision. Lush honeyed richness balanced by vibrant acidity and a beautifully layered texture that feels both decadent and weightless. Sensual, polished, and deeply expressive, this is a dessert wine that seduces rather than overwhelms.

Aromas & Flavors
Orange blossom, acacia honey, apricot confit, ripe peach, saffron, candied citrus peel, subtle vanilla bean, almond paste, and a whisper of ginger spice. Floral lift intertwines with botrytis-driven sweetness and fresh citrus brightness.

Mouthfeel
Silky, viscous, and coating without heaviness. Glycerol richness glides across the palate while acidity keeps the wine lifted, focused, and endlessly drinkable. Long, luxurious, and caressing finish.

Food Pairings
Foie gras torchon, blue cheese (Roquefort or Stilton), apricot tart, almond pastries, honey-drizzled chèvre, citrus-based desserts, or simply enjoyed solo as a contemplative finale.

Verdict
Sublime, sexy, and impeccably balanced. A masterclass in tension between sweetness and freshness, delivering pleasure, elegance, and emotional impact in equal measure. A benchmark nightcap wine.

Did You Know?
Château Suduiraut sits adjacent to Château d’Yquem and shares similar gravelly terroir and noble rot influence, often delivering First Growth-level finesse at a more approachable price point.

🍯 Personal Pick
This wine feels like a French kiss, seductive tension, velvet weight, and honeyed decadence wrapped in electric freshness. The viscosity caresses the palate while the acidity keeps everything irresistibly alive. — a month ago

Conrad Green

9.6

gorgeous. So balanced with soft sweetness, loads of texture and piece balance — a month ago

with Ara

Andrew McIntyre

9.3

Lovely Bordeaux in a beautiful setting — 19 hours ago

Jessica Knickerbocker

8.9

Nice enough to buy again at the price. — 7 days ago

James Burge

9.5

red leather, dates, overripe blackberry, deep spice. hugely recommend — 12 days ago

Tom Garland

9.3

Colgin wine tasting at the winery.
2023 Colgin estate cab
2014 Colgin estate cab
2023 Colgin Tychson cab
2023 Colgin Cairad (last vintage)
2023 Colgin estate syrah — 3 days ago

with Brenda

Charlie Frago

9.0

Overall nice red blend. Well balanced, moderate fruit. Enjoyed — 21 days ago

romo

9.0

Too much of everything for me. — a month ago

Kirsten Kelley

9.1

Soooo good! Capital grille- — 14 days ago