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Vintage
2023
Country
FranceFrance
Region
Bordeaux
Type
White
Producer
Vignobles Gonet-Médeville
Winemaker
Olivier Dauga
Grapes
Sémillon85%Sauvignon Blanc15%
Alcohol
13.5% vol.
Bottle
0,375 L

Wine profile

White · gold

Acidity
Body
Sweetness
Alcohol13.5% vol

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Wine profile · White

Acidity

Level 5 of 5 — Crisp and racy – like freshly squeezed lemon

Above typical (4.1) · Typical: average of 434 whites at Vinogrande

What it is

Acidity is the wine's freshness: it gives energy, makes your mouth water and helps the wine age. Too little and it tastes flat; too much and it feels sharp.

Where you feel it

On the sides of your tongue, and in how much your mouth waters after you swallow. The more you salivate, the higher the acidity.

How we set this level

For this wine, the level comes from: Vinogrande's tasting notes and wine description.

Labs measure total acidity (grams of tartaric acid per litre; most wines sit between 4.5 and 8 g/L) and pH (usually 3.0 to 3.8; the lower, the more acidic). Our scale turns that into how it feels in the mouth.

The 1–5 scale follows the WSET tasting grid. We start from the producer's technical sheet and Vinogrande's tasting notes, plus measured data where it exists, such as the alcohol on the label. Only when that is missing do we use the typical profile of the style, region or grapes, and we say so.

The 1–5 scale

  1. 1Low: soft, little freshness
  2. 2Medium−: gentle
  3. 3Medium: fresh and balanced
  4. 4Medium+: lively, mouth-watering
  5. 5High: crisp, racy This wine

In practice, for this wine

Ideal with oysters, shellfish, sushi and fried food; it stands up to sharp, salty dishes. Serve cold, great as an aperitif.

Wine profile · White

Body

Level 4 of 5 — Full and broad – like single cream

Above typical (3.1) · Typical: average of 436 whites at Vinogrande

What it is

Body is the weight and texture of the wine in your mouth. It comes mainly from alcohol, extract (everything dissolved apart from water), glycerol and, in sweet wines, sugar.

Where you feel it

Across the whole tongue: how much the wine fills your mouth. Think skimmed milk, whole milk and cream.

How we set this level

For this wine, the level comes from: Vinogrande's tasting notes and wine description.

There is no single number for body. Labs measure dry extract (many wines are between 18 and 30 g/L) and alcohol, which WSET says has the biggest effect on body. Our scale rates the weight in the mouth.

The 1–5 scale follows the WSET tasting grid. We start from the producer's technical sheet and Vinogrande's tasting notes, plus measured data where it exists, such as the alcohol on the label. Only when that is missing do we use the typical profile of the style, region or grapes, and we say so.

The 1–5 scale

  1. 1Light: fluid and delicate
  2. 2Medium−: light-ish
  3. 3Medium: rounded
  4. 4Medium+: broad This wine
  5. 5Full: dense and rich

In practice, for this wine

Wants dishes with structure: red meat, roasts, mushrooms, aged cheese.

Wine profile · White

Sweetness

Level 5 of 5 — Very sweet and luscious – like honey or dried figs

Above typical (1.1) · Typical: average of 453 whites at Vinogrande

What it is

Sweetness comes from the grape's natural sugar that did not turn into alcohol (residual sugar). A dry wine has almost none; a Port or a late-harvest wine has a lot.

Where you feel it

On the tip of your tongue, right from the first sip, and as a richer, oilier feel in the mouth. Acidity can mask it.

How we set this level

For this wine, the level comes from: the rules of the style (WSET; IVDP for Port and Madeira).

It is measured in grams of residual sugar per litre. General EU bands: dry up to about 4 g/L, off-dry up to 12, medium-sweet up to 45, sweet above that. On our scale: under 4 g/L = 1, up to 12 = 2, up to 45 = 3, up to 100 = 4, more = 5.

The 1–5 scale follows the WSET tasting grid. We start from the producer's technical sheet and Vinogrande's tasting notes, plus measured data where it exists, such as the alcohol on the label. Only when that is missing do we use the typical profile of the style, region or grapes, and we say so.

The 1–5 scale

  1. 1Dry: no noticeable sugar
  2. 2Off-dry: a touch of sweetness
  3. 3Medium-sweet: clearly sweet
  4. 4Sweet: rich and fruity
  5. 5Very sweet: luscious This wine

In practice, for this wine

A dessert in itself: chocolate, nuts, aged or blue cheese. A small glass is enough.

Wine profile · White

Alcohol 13.5% vol

Level 4 of 5 — Generous – warms the throat

Above typical (3.1) · Typical: average of 453 whites at Vinogrande

What it is

Alcohol is made when yeast ferments the grape's sugar. It brings warmth, adds to the body and carries the aromas.

Where you feel it

As warmth in your throat and chest when you swallow, and a slight burn on the nose when it is high.

How we set this level

For this wine, the level comes from: the alcohol stated on the label — On the label: 13.5% vol.

It is the one axis that is always measured: it comes from the % vol on the label. Still and sparkling wines: under 11% = 1, up to 12.4% = 2, up to 13.4% = 3, up to 14.4% = 4, 14.5% or more = 5. Fortified wines (Port, Madeira…) have their own scale: under 16.5% = 2, up to 18.4% = 3, up to 19.9% = 4, 20% or more = 5.

The 1–5 scale follows the WSET tasting grid. We start from the producer's technical sheet and Vinogrande's tasting notes, plus measured data where it exists, such as the alcohol on the label. Only when that is missing do we use the typical profile of the style, region or grapes, and we say so.

The 1–5 scale

  1. 1Low: under 11% vol
  2. 2Medium−: 11–12.4% vol
  3. 3Medium: 12.5–13.4% vol
  4. 4Medium+: 13.5–14.4% vol This wine
  5. 5High: 14.5% vol or more

In practice, for this wine

Avoid very spicy food, which boosts the heat. Serve slightly below room temperature.

Critics & awards

  • Praise from Bordeaux critics: often highlighted by leading publications and critics (such as the Decanter or Wine Spectator teams covering the En Primeur tastings) for its impressive value for money.
  • Fine Dining Presence: one of the most sought-after Sauternes, listed at the best Michelin-starred restaurants in France .

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Temperature 8–10 °CFridge 3 h · or ice bucket with water 20 min
GlassWhite-wine glass

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Description

Château Les Justices Sauternes Branco 2023 (0,375L) is a great French sweet wine. It combines honey with very lively freshness. It's made from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc, Château les Justices / Domaine des Justices.

Tasting Note

Château Les Justices Sauternes 2023 has a highly expressive sweet profile, where the richness and concentration typical of Sauternes find in freshness one of their main virtues.

In the glass it's a bright, luminous golden yellow, suggesting concentration and elegance from the start.

AromaOn the nose it's intense, complex and very enveloping, dominated by acacia honey, dried apricot and candied orange peel. Notes of ripe mango and pineapple also appear, with delicate floral nuances of white flowers adding freshness and definition.

PalateOn the palate it's dense, full-bodied and juicy, with generous sweetness and a rich, enveloping texture. Yet it's the lively, citrusy, very well-integrated acidity that gives the wine balance and energy, offsetting its concentration and preventing any sense of excess sweetness. The result is a Sauternes both opulent and fresh, with excellent balance between richness, tension and elegance.

FinishThe finish is long, persistent and refined, carrying the notes of ripe fruit, honey and citrus and leaving a sense of great freshness.

Food pairingFood Pairings

Its combination of sweetness, acidity and texture lets it partner both great classics of French cuisine and more contemporary dishes.

Blue cheeses
Roquefort, Gorgonzola or Stilton make one of the most classic contrasts with Sauternes. The salty, piquant intensity of the cheese finds a perfect counterpoint in the wine's sweetness and acidity.

Foie gras and pâtés
The unctuous texture of foie gras or duck liver pâté goes particularly well with the wine's density and richness, while its acidity refreshes the palate and balances the fat.

Sweet-and-sour and spiced cooking
Dishes with sweet-and-sour elements or delicate spices can make very interesting matches, such as duck tacos with plum sauce or white meats with a mild curry.

Nut tarts
Almond or walnut tarts are an excellent complement to the wine's notes of honey, ripe fruit and apricot.

Fruit and citrus desserts
Tarte Tatin, apricot crumble or a not-too-sweet lemon meringue tart let you explore the wine's acidity for a particularly balanced match.

Crème brûlée
The creamy texture, vanilla and burnt caramel of crème brûlée naturally harmonise with this Sauternes' aromatic richness and elegant sweetness.

Pairing note: with desserts, it's best to choose ones that aren't sweeter than the wine. That way you preserve the perception of its fruit, freshness and balance.

What to serve with this wine

Dishes calculated from this wine’s profile, grapes and region.