In the glass
Aroma: white flowers, lemon blossom, fresh citrus, green apple, chalk
Palate: grapefruit, white peach, herb, mineral, fresh acidity
A dry white Bordeaux introduced in 2014 from the Lafaurie-Peyraguey estate in Bommes. Sauvignon Blanc-dominant with Semillon adding body; white flowers, lemon blossom, and fresh citrus lead a mineral, herb-tinged palate. An accessible entry into the Sauternes estate's terroir as a dry expression.
What it pairs with
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Grilled sea bass with herbs
Crisp acidity and herbal notes complement delicate fish; the mineral drive cleanses each bite. -
Chevre frais salad
Classic Sauvignon Blanc and goat cheese pairing; the wine's citrus acidity amplifies the fresh cheese flavour. -
Asparagus vinaigrette
High acidity and herbal freshness align naturally with asparagus; vinaigrette's tartness is echoed in the wine.
How to serve Le Lys de Lafaurie-Peyraguey
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass. The bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled sea bass with herbs, Chevre frais salad, Asparagus vinaigrette. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Le Lys de Lafaurie-Peyraguey was introduced in 2014, the year after Silvio Denz acquired the estate, as a dry white wine that offers an accessible entry to the Bommes terroir. It demonstrates the Sauternes estate's flexibility in producing both sweet and dry wines from its exceptional Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc plantings.
- 2014 — Le Lys de Lafaurie-Peyraguey introduced as the estate's first dry white wine
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau Lafaurie-Peyraguey
- Grapes
- Sauvignon Blanc (60%), Semillon (40%)
- Classification
- Bordeaux AOC (dry white)
- Oak
- Partial barrel fermentation; stainless steel component; 10 months
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- EUR 20-35 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-6 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2014
Frequently asked about Le Lys de Lafaurie-Peyraguey
What does Le Lys de Lafaurie-Peyraguey taste like?
On the nose, white flowers, lemon blossom, fresh citrus, green apple, chalk. On the palate, grapefruit, white peach, herb, mineral, fresh acidity. Structurally medium-bodied, high acidity with a medium finish. A dry white Bordeaux introduced in 2014 from the Lafaurie-Peyraguey estate in Bommes. Sauvignon Blanc-dominant with Semillon adding body; white flowers, lemon blossom, and fresh citrus lead a mineral, herb-tinged palate. An accessible entry into the Sauternes estate's terroir as a dry expression.
When should I drink Le Lys de Lafaurie-Peyraguey?
Drink 2-6 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Le Lys de Lafaurie-Peyraguey?
Grilled sea bass with herbs is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Chevre frais salad and Asparagus vinaigrette. Crisp acidity and herbal notes complement delicate fish; the mineral drive cleanses each bite.
What grapes are in Le Lys de Lafaurie-Peyraguey?
The blend is Sauvignon Blanc (60%), Semillon (40%). The wine is classified as Bordeaux AOC (dry white).