Suduiraut - Sauternes 2016

Vinous

96

byNeal Martinthe4/16/2026

The 2016 Suduiraut was very fine out of barrel and bottling but ten years on, wow, it trounces all-comers with a stellar showing. It is very nuanced on the nose, pure with scents of quince, saffron and a touch of white flowers, the oak beautifully integrated. The palate is very well balanced with superb weight, real density and power as it fans out towards the finish. There is a sense of grandeur here. Tasted blind at the Southwold 10-Year-On tasting.

The Wine Independent

97

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe12/1/2022

The 2016 Suduiraut has 145 g/l of residual sugar. Pale lemon-gold in color, it flies out of the glass with vivacious, youthful scents of lemon tart, lime cordial, and orange blossom, plus suggestions of nutmeg, marzipan, and creme brulee. The rich, seductive, full-bodied palate really packs a powerful wallop of fruit, supported by a seamless line of freshness and a decadently oily texture, finishing long and perfumed.

Jancis Robinson

18

byJancis Robinsonthe2/5/2020

Wine Advocate

95

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe3/29/2019

The pale lemon-gold colored 2016 Suduiraut features vibrant lime blossom, candied peel, white peaches, guava and exotic spice notes on the nose with nuances of marzipan and crème brûlée. Rich, layered and powerful in the mouth, it has a gorgeous creamy texture, lovely vibrancy and a long, spicy finish.

Yvesbeck.wine

96

byYves Beckthe3/20/2019

Jaune doré moyen. Bouquet intense, complexe, marqué par des notes de zeste de mandarine et de coings. Au palais, le vin concilie idéalement le côté racé avec le gras. Il en résulte un caractère crémeux, rafraîchissant et parfaitement équilibré. La structure lui fournit la fougue nécessaire et est garante d'un bien bel avenir. A suivre dans le temps. 2024-2056 96/100

Jeb DUNNUCK

95

byJeb Dunnuckthe3/1/2019

As to the Sauternes, the 2016 Château Suduiraut boasts a medium gold color and a fresh, clean, beautifully perfumed bouquet of orange blossom, honeyed pineapple, and flowers, with notable botrytis, which can be lacking in a number of Sauternes in 2016. With moderate acidity, a fleshy, full-bodied texture, and loads of fruits, it’s geared more toward drinking over the coming 10-15 years than any over-the-top cellaring.

Wine Spectator

93

byJames Molesworththe2/5/2019

This is a powerful style, with a mix of creamed pear, fig, papaya and persimmon flavors liberally laced with crème brûlée and orange blossom honey notes, through a ginger-tinged finish. In line with the vintage's forward persona, but this has notably more breadth and depth than most of its peers. Best from 2023 through 2038. 5,333 cases made.  –JM

Jamessuckling.com

95

byJames Sucklingthe2/4/2019

A very concentrated Sauternes with a cornucopia of dried papaya, pineapple and mango, plus candied orange and tropical flowers that bowl you over. Although it stays in the background, there’s great acidity in this wine that keeps it very straight and clean, in spite of the luscious extravagance. Bright, citrusy finish. Drink or hold.

Vinous

97

byAntonio Gallonithe1/21/2019

The 2016 Suduiraut is fabulous. Crème b?rlée, passion fruit, tangerine peel and exotic floral notes all race out of the glass. I marvel at how Suduiraut can deliver so much flavor intensity and yet remain so gracious and classy. The 140 grams of residual suga are very well integrated. This is such a gorgeous wine.

Wine Advocate

95

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe11/30/2018

Pale lemon in color, the 2016 Suduiraut rocks up out of the glass with notes of honey-drizzled peaches, lime cordial and orange oil plus wafts of lanolin, pie crust and crushed rocks. The palate packs a wallop with intense flavor layers and a gorgeous texture, finishing with fantastic freshness.

Bettane & Desseauve

96-97

by Bettane & Desseauvethe5/3/2017

Grand nez d’abricot et de pêche jaune, une touche d’ananas montrant la nature de ce botrytis lent du millésime, un peu moins immédiatement génial à sa naissance que 2015.

Wine Advocate

94-96

byNeal Martinthe5/2/2017

The 2016 De Suduiraut has a complex bouquet with rich and honeyed fruit, superb mineral tension and wonderful detail. The palate is well balanced with crisp acidity, great tension and a lovely touch of spice towards the very persistent finish. What a great Suduiraut in the making here, so full of character and complexity, and yet you still feel as if it has something up its sleeve.

Vinous

91-94

byAntonio Gallonithe4/26/2017

Botrytis arrived late in 2016, so the Suduiraut was made from just the last two picks at the estate. Pineapple, passion fruit, mint, chamomile and exotic floral notes are beautifully delineated. Plush, deep and inviting to the core, the 2016 is also quite open and expressive today, all of which suggests it will drink well with minimal cellaring.

matthewjukes.com

19

byMatthew Jukesthe4/25/2017

(94 Semillon, 6 Sauvignon Blanc) | 50% new oak Very floral and very honeyed, this is a beautiful Suduiraut. A lot of wine was made in 2016 but less than a quarter of the 19000 bottles because the Grand Vin thanks to a rigorous selection. They harvested dried grapes until the end of October when botrytis arrived and stayed all of the way into November. The greatest botrytis affected only the last two ‘tries’ (of four) and this is the fruit which was used for the Grand Vin. I have a feeling that this will be a very long-loved Suduiraut such is the piercing acidity and amazing length. 19++

Jancis Robinson

18

byJancis Robinsonthe4/21/2017

Not that much nose but big and ambitious with broad richness and a savoury finish. Waxy and round. Yet again, this shows real superiority. So long! Lots of botrytis and round and spicy. Really luscious and gorgeous and doesn’t include any of the dried-fruit wine. Spicy. 13.8% Drink 2024-204418+

Jamessuckling.com

95-96

byJames Sucklingthe4/5/2017

This has so much botrytis/spice character. Dried-mushroom powder as well. Full yet round and gorgeous. Exuberant softness. Very sweet and complex. Complete Sauternes.