Barrel Sample. This dense wine is poised between rich botrytized fruit and fresh acidity. The structure of the wine and the dry core certainly suggest the potential for it to age well. (RV)

The 2016 Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey was tightly wound on the nose with hints of melted butter infusing the citrus and honey fruit. It does not quite "flow" at the moment. The palate is well balanced with pure botrytised fruit, very well-judged acidity and although the finish is dominated by a patina of creamy new oak at the moment, everything is in place for a great Sauternes. (NM)