Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey – Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2001 – Bordeaux France

Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2001 is a mature sweet Sauternes from a Premier Cru Classé estate, combining Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle with rich botrytis character, concentrated fruit, and balancing freshness.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape(s): Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle
• Region / Appellation: Sauternes, Bordeaux, France – Premier Cru Classé
• Vintage: 2001
• Aging: Oak maturation; exact 2001 regimen not verified
• Style: Sweet white wine; full-bodied, concentrated, mature, and botrytis-driven

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

The 2001 is rich and layered, with mature notes of marmalade, quince, dried honey, pineapple, peach, caramel, citrus peel, gentle spice, and toasted oak. Its sweetness is balanced by firm acidity, giving the wine definition and lift through a long, concentrated finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A mature Sauternes from a historic Premier Cru Classé estate
• The 2001 vintage combines richness and botrytis concentration with enough acidity to keep the palate fresh
• A compelling option for collectors who enjoy fully developed sweet Bordeaux

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Foie gras or pâté with toasted brioche
• Blue cheese with pear or quince
• Fruit-based desserts with apricot, citrus, or caramel

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of mature Sauternes and sweet Bordeaux
✓ Drinkers who enjoy honeyed, botrytis-driven wines with balancing acidity
✓ Fans of aged white wines with layered dried-fruit and spice complexity
✕ Not ideal if you prefer fully dry white wines