A fine example of the French art of living, the Château Rabaud-Promis 2013 embodies the sunny elegance of great Sauternes, offered in a half-bottle format designed for intimate moments and precise pairings. Classified 1er Grand Cru in 1855, this sweet white wine is born on a privileged slope where the meeting of the Ciron’s morning mists and autumn sun encourages noble rot. The unique balance of this vintage reveals a skillfully arranged palette of flavours where richness never overwhelms structure, and sweetness dances with freshness. On the palate, time takes on texture, aromas layer like silk veils, and the finish lingers with persistent grace. In this 37,5 cl format everything is concentrated, clear and precise, delivering immediate pleasure while still offering cellaring potential. The signature, both bright and delicately spiced, evokes honey, roasted peach and finely cut citrus, promising gastronomic matches of rare accuracy.

Assemblage et vinification

Resulting from a blend led by Sémillon and complemented by Sauvignon Blanc, this cuvée draws its depth from botrytised berries, hand-harvested in successive tries at the peak of aromatic concentration. Vinification, carried out with craftsman-like precision, seeks fruit purity and a sincere expression of terroir. The carefully managed fermentation is followed by a élevage en fûts de chêne that refines the texture, softens the aromatic profile and sculpts a polished frame without ever weighing the wine down. This yields a perfectly balanced Sauternes where the generosity of residual sugar is supported by fine acidity, ensuring length, structure and excellent digestibility. The precise blend gives the 2013 an elegant silhouette, clearly readable and enjoyable today, while retaining remarkable ageing potential.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Bright buttercup colour, clear and shiny, edged with honeyed highlights. The visual presence promises breadth and concentration while keeping crystalline freshness.
• Nez : Generous, refined bouquet of delicate honey, roasted peach and nectarine, joined by zesty citrus nuances, subtle toasted vanilla and a touch of white pepper that adds a spicy thrill.
• Bouche : Silky, caressing attack with a sumptuous mid-palate where sweetness is balanced by uplifting freshness. The finish is long and luminous, extending ripe exotic fruit and citrus notes with a salivating hint of fine spices.

Température de service et conseils

Serve between 6–10°C in tulip glasses to enhance the complexity of the bouquet and preserve the clarity of the finish. A short decanting or a few minutes of gentle airing before serving allows the honeyed, yellow fruit and citrus notes to integrate elegantly. Keep the bottle cool during the meal to maintain the balance between creaminess and tension. This 2013 already shows accomplished harmony and can be enjoyed now, while offering a potentiel de garde de 5 à 20 ans depending on cellar conditions. In a half-bottle, the expression is often earlier and more vibrant, providing immediate, remarkably precise pleasure without losing the ability to evolve towards more candied and spiced notes over time.

Accords mets et vin

• Apéritifs : half-cooked foie gras on warm brioche, citrus chutney, gingerbread toasts. The wine’s freshness chisels the richness and brightens the whole.
• Entrées : pan-seared foie gras with peaches, roasted lobster with lemon butter, scallop carpaccio. The silky texture answers the delicate iodised notes.
• Plats : free-range poultry in a creamy sauce, lacquered duck with mild spices, chicken tagine with apricots. The wine’s honey and fruit converse with caramelised pan juices.
• Fromages : blue-veined cheeses, Roquefort, Fourme d’Ambert, or an aged Comté for a striking sweet-salty contrast.
• Desserts : thin apricot tart, citrus confit entremets, cannelés, pear poached in honey. Prefer lightly sweet desserts to maintain balance.

Moments de dégustation

A companion to carefully chosen moments, this Sauternes half-bottle suggests an art of restraint and intensity. It elevates intimate tables, inspired tête‑à‑têtes and delicate celebrations where every detail speaks.

• To enhance an exceptional aperitif, as a prelude to a gastronomic menu.
• During an iodized dinner where lobster, scallops and citrus find a poetic resonance.
• As a refined gift, promising a sweet, luminous and memorable moment.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Château Rabaud-Promis 2013, half-bottle
• Appellation : Sauternes AOC
• Classification : 1er Grand Cru Classé 1855
• Type : sweet white wine
• Millésime : 2013
• Cépages : Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc
• Degré d’alcool : 13%
• Vieillissement : Élevage en fûts de chêne
• Contenance : 37,5 cl
• Température de service : 6–10°C