Try not to just focus on whether it's a first or second growth. Some of the first growths in Sauternes and Barsac failed to live up the expectation nowadays when compared to 1855. Meanwhile, some 2nd growth are making steady improvement across the years.
Yet Coutet is a relatively stable one and maintain its position as one of the leading properties in the region. I have high regard on them! 作者: 近期大熱 時間: 2009-2-9 21:09
I once tried Rayne-Vigneau, which is a 1er cru. Personally I think there's quite a big gap from other 1er cru, although I heard they start to pick things up again recently.
Meanwhile 2eme cru like Doisy-Verdrine & Doisy-Daene are doing quite well and certainly worth more respect. 作者: 近期大熱 時間: 2009-2-9 21:51
Haha I agree with the price too -- that was why I fall into their "trap" months ago too. I wouldn't pin everything down from Rayne Vigneau but after tasting Sauternes / Barsac from various properties in a tasting event, I do think there are some difference. And wine critics do think they are on the way back from the latest vintages.
Where do you get these old bottles of Sauternes usually?
