The 2017 Raymond-Lafon has a nose of musk perfume, truffles and wet pebbles over a core of applesauce and spiced pears. The palate is full, rich and earthy with bags of depth and a very long finish.
92-93 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW The Wine Advocate
The 2017 Raymond-Lafon is a bit eccentric, but it certainly is not lacking in personality or character. White truffle, passionfruit, pineapple and candied orange peel fill out the wine's creamy, mid-weight frame effortlessly. Tropical overtones develop nicely in the glass, with a kick of floral lift that adds freshness.
91-93 points Antonio Galloni vinous.com April 2018
The 2017 Raymond-Lafon has to shake off a bit of SO2 however, underneath lies plenty of ripe botrytized fruit with grapefruit and melon aromas. The palate is well balanced with fine definition on the entry although, it just lacks some tension towards the finish to counterbalance the richness and residual sugar. This wine often improves during its élevage and this is factored into my score.
91-93 points Neal Martin vinous.com April 2018
Product/Service Sold Out | No |
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En Primeur | No |
New Arrivals | No |
Wine Type | Stickies/Sweet Wines |
Wine Style | Traditional |
Country | France |
Region | Sauternes |
Varietals | Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscadelle |
Vintage | 2017 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Wine Points | 92-93 |