Château Raymond-Lafon 2004 alterego

Château Raymond-Lafon 2004 alteregoWinery Background and History Chteau Raymond Lafon, situated in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France, was established in the 19th century. Despite not being included in the 1855 Classification, the estate has garnered acclaim for producing high quality sweet wines. In 1972, the property was acquired by Pierre Meslier, a former manager at Chteau dYquem, who implemented rigorous vineyard management and winemaking practices to enhance the

• La Sélection 2023: Silver Medal

the estate is owned by Suravenir Assurances and continues to produce wines that embody the elegance and power characteristic of Saint-Estèphe

and the acidity is beautifully poised

emphasizing natural methods to showcase the terroir’s authenticity

now managed under the umbrella of Salon-Delamotte within the Laurent-Perrier group

the estate has built a reputation for producing exceptional wines that reflect the diverse terroirs of the region

To fully appreciate the 2010 Les Allées de Cantemerle

Fermentation was carried out in stainless steel tanks

Serve at 16-18°C (60-64°F) and consider decanting for an hour to let the wine open up fully and soften any remaining tannins

The diverse soils and varying elevations within the vineyard contribute to the complexity and depth of the wines produced

accompanied by notes of oak

and shellfish