Chateau Romer du Hayot 2eme Cru Classe, Sauternes

Deep amber, reflecting the aging process and concentration of sugars. Intense and complex aromas with rich notes of almonds, honey, dried apricots, figs, and marmalade, with hints of caramel, butterscotch, and vanilla, dried tropical fruits like pineapple, alongside floral undertones of acacia and orange blossom. A touch of spice, such as cinnamon or nutmeg. Lusciously sweet, with sound balance between acidity and richness. Layers of honeyed fruit (apricots, peaches, and oranges), candied ginger, and dried figs. Caramel and crème brûlée …

Dom. de Chevalier: Like dier--very cloudy! Yeasty, buttery, apricots;almost fizzy in mth--still fermenting a little; tiny sour notes, apples; Long fin.

Bordeaux "en Primeur" Tasting and Rhone side visit; 3/29/2004-4/2/2004 (France) : En primeur tasting, brief note. Still completing fermentation, so there is a tough aromatic start, but with interesting fruit density for an inexpensive Sauternes.