Château d’Arche 2011 – Sauternes, Grand Cru Classé

Aromatic, spicy nose, a certain intensity, and some power, notes of quince, dried zest and more slightly – ripe almond associated with slight touches of dried lime, jammy yellow plum with fine hints of fresh spices and a subtle hint of white flowers in the background. A fruity palate, juiciness, minerality, good balance and acidity, notes of mandarin marmalade, pineapple in syrup and more slightly – of candied/crushed peach associated with touches of small yellow fruit, acidic/sweet as well as a slight hint of toast, spices/spiced bread. Good length. Good tangy peristnace. Nice freshness and acidity/energy.