Exuding the inviting aroma of mango and balanced nuances of apricot jam, honey, and hints of citrus, this Sauternes combines the lusciousness of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. From a tiny property neighboring Yquem, this dessert wine is gloriously sweet, almost syrupy, with richness and complexity that evoke the iconic splendor of Yquem. Classified as a non-classified cru, Raymond Lafon mirrors the quality of a premier grand cru, standing out with very low yields and earning its place among the greatest in the appellation.
Wine Advocate Review:
The Château Raymond-Lafon 2014 is a blend of 80% Sémillon and 20% Sauvignon Blanc, bridled with 124 grams per liter residual sugar and 4.31 grams per liter total acidity. It showed a bit of SO2 on the nose that made the aromatics difficult to pin down, though the palate is singing: crisp acidity, vibrant honey fruit and wonderful clarity and focus on the finish. There is plenty of energy here, plenty of length and those aromatics will sort themselves out by the time of bottling. The component parts are here for a splendid Sauternes. Drink 2018-2038.
