The main
grape variety is Sémillon (88%), White Sauvignon
(11%) and Muscadelle (1%) add liveliness.
The
particularity of Sauternes is the sweetness of these wines, thanks to
what we call noble rot: botrytis cinerea. The production is very tiny :2 to
3 glasses for a vine. The familial hand pickers have to select
the good fruits, making several hand pickings (usually four to five).
Château Dudon and Château Gallien can
be aged for many years, from 30 to 60 years, making them a
perfect gift for birthday's presents.
