Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey - Sauternes 2017 37.5 cl b5952cb1c3ab96cb3c8c63cfb3dccaca

Le Point

15,5 / 20

byJacques Dupontthe6/20/2018

Nez épicé, fruits blancs, amertume des agrumes, séveux, bonne longueur, équilibré.

Jeb DUNNUCK

94-97 / 100

byJeb Dunnuckthe6/12/2018

Brought in exclusively by American merchant Jeffrey Davies, the 2017 Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey is a powerhouse of a Sauternes based roughly on 95% Sémillon, 5% Sauvignon Blanc, all harvested between the 25th of September and the 12th of October. A huge bouquet of honeyed peach, citrus, and pineapple upside down cake is followed by a full-bodied, rich, concentrated effort that has the purity and freshness that’s the hallmark of the vintage. It’s a seriously good Sauternes. Tasted twice.

Vinifera

90-92 / 100

byJacques Perrinthe5/28/2018

Échantillon réducteur à ce stade. La bouche parle davantage, même si la prise de bois est là et les amers aussi, il a besoin de temps pour se former davantage, mais la matière brute est intéressante.

Vinous

93-96 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe5/15/2018

Silvio Denz's 2017 Lafaurie-Peyraguey is rich, tropical and unctuous, and yet also manages to retain a terrific amount of freshness. White and yellow flowers, passion fruit, mango and orchard fruit are some of the many nuances that develop in the glass, but it is the wine's total sense of balance that makes the deepest impression. Tasted two times.

The Wine Cellar Insider

93-95 / 100

byJeff Levethe5/11/2018

Vanilla, pineapple, honey, flowers and overripe apricot create the nose but it is the density, sweetness and purity of fruit along with the piercing acidity and length that make this wine a standout. The harvest, which took place September 25 through October 12, was the shortest picking period in the history of the chateau. Close to 20% of the vineyard was damaged by frost this year. The Grand Vin was made from only 50% of the harvest.

Vinous

92-94 / 100

byNeal Martinthe5/1/2018

The 2017 Lafaurie-Peyraguey feels quite reduced on the nose and does not quite provide the expression of its peers. The palate is fresh and energetic on the entry with plenty of botrytized fruit interlaced with orange rind and mandarin. I admire the linearity and focus of this Sauternes although it is clear that consumers will have to wait a little while for the aromatics to open.

Wine Advocate

92-94 / 100

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe4/27/2018

The 2017 Lafaurie-Peyraguey gives up fresh lime and yuzu notions with hints of musk perfume and grapefruit peel. Quite zesty and intense in the mouth, it has a refreshing line supporting the rich fruit and a touch of earthiness to the finish.

Jean-Marc QUARIN

16,25 / 20

byJean-Marc Quarinthe4/17/2018

Wine Enthusiast

93-95 / 100

byRoger Vossthe4/17/2018

Great acidity gives this wine a really fresh character. Ripe yellow fruits complement the wine's freshness, with a lingering spice note on the close. It is complex, with considerable aging potential. Drink from 2024.

Decanter.com

91 / 100

byJane Ansonthe4/9/2018

A rich concentration of stone fruit, mango and papaya flavours are parcelled up in a silky texture. It's gourmet, almost hedonistic, and would be absolutely brilliant with just a little more a contrast between light and shade - it could do with a squeeze of mint and lime to lift the palate to the next level.

Drinking Window 2020 - 2034

Jamessuckling.com

94-95 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe4/6/2018

This is very layered and beautiful with dried fruit such as lemons, apricots and cooked apples. Full body, sweet fruit and a long and flavorful finish. Tight and focused. Phenolic yet fresh. Crispy.

Wine Spectator

92-95 / 100

byJames Molesworththe4/4/2018

A plump, open and forward style, with lots of white peach, apricot and pineapple fruit flavors backed by creamed melon and honeysuckle notes. Very flattering.—J.M.