Tradition Sauternes Barton & Guestier 1996
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Delivery time and price:
- Denmark: 1-2 days (39-49 DKK)
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NOTE: There may be 1-2 days longer delivery time in remote areas.
Returns: You always have a 30-day right of return.
NOTE : All orders from November 15th to December 24th can be returned until January 31st.
Tradition Sauternes Barton & Guestier 1996
When the Irishman Thomas Barton arrived in Bordeaux in 1725, the city was in the midst of a commercial boom where British and Irish merchants dominated the international wine trade. He founded his merchant house that same year, and in 1802, the partnership with Daniel Guestier became official, making Barton & Guestier one of France's oldest wine houses in continuous operation. Today, the house is part of the Castel group and has expanded its portfolio to include wines from several French regions. It remains primarily a négociant and merchant house, a role it has held for nearly three centuries, reflecting a time when Bordeaux brokers and négociants were as significant as the estates themselves.
Bordeaux, situated by the Atlantic Ocean, is a historic wine region that has been exporting wine since the Middle Ages. In the southern part of Bordeaux, within the Graves district, lies Sauternes, one of the world's most famous appellations for sweet white wine. The local vineyards are primarily planted with Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle. The fog and moisture generated by the Ciron and Garonne rivers create ideal conditions for botrytis, or noble rot, which naturally concentrates the grapes. The 1996 vintage from this renowned area is described as classic and structured, earning a score of 94 points.
The Tradition Sauternes from Barton & Guestier is an Appellation Sauternes Contrôlée white wine. As part of the Tradition range, it is crafted to express the authenticity of the regional terroir. The production relies on late-harvested grapes that are carefully picked grape by grape to ensure natural sweetness. Following the harvest, the wine is matured in new oak barrels according to the house's centuries-old traditions.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Bordeaux
Bordeaux on the Atlantic is the world's most famous wine region and has been exporting wine since the Middle Ages. The legendary 1855 classification still ranks the area's leading châteaux. On the left bank of the Gironde, Cabernet Sauvignon dominates on gravel soils, while the right bank is the domain of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The region is known for elegant, age-worthy blends of great finesse.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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Storage
Store the bottle horizontally at 12–14°C and avoid direct sunlight, vibrations, and temperature fluctuations.
Opening
Allow the bottle to stand upright for 24–48 hours before opening to allow sediment to settle. Use a professional corkscrew and open carefully.
Enjoyment
Serve at 17–18°C and be patient – there is a great difference in how and how quickly wines open up when they are aerated.
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