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Sauternes

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Sauternes is an official AOC appellation of Bordeaux, France. It is known for its prestigious "golden whites", made of Semillon, Sauvignon and Muscadelle.

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• Main varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Muscadelle

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Fifteen Sauternes whites, along with 12 other whites from Barsac, are listed since 1855 in the prestigious Sauternes and Barsac Cru classification.

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