2012 Climens from Chateau Climens, Sauternes, Bordeaux, France

The 2012 vintage of Climens from Chateau Climens is an intricate tapestry woven with the delicate threads of climatic defiance and masterful viticulture from the Sauternes region. This exceptional vintage stands as a testament to the estate's resilience in the face of nature's unpredictability. The year's mercurial weather patterns forged a harvest of magnificent complexity.

A Testament to Tenacity and Terroir

While 2012 was marked by turbulent conditions across Bordeaux, Chateau Climens' meticulous approch under Berenice Lurton’s stewardship emerged triumphantly. Meticulous picking ensured only the finest botrytised grapes were selected, imbuing this wine with a spectrum of flavours that strikes a deft balance between opulence and precision.

A Vintage Distinct in Character

On the palate, this golden-hued nectar unravels layers of honeyed apricot, candied citrus peel, and fragrant acacia, underscored by a vivacious acid line that confers longevity. Indeed, as an investment piece, the 2012 Climens hints at impressive potential for development over time, promising to yield further nuances as it matures in cellared serenity.

The barrel-aging regime in French oak has imparted a sumptuous texture to the wine without overshadowing its inherent vibrancy. To savour a glass is to partake in a sensory journey guided by the efforts of diligent viticulture and winemaking- an esoteric experience reserved for those with sophisticated palates and discerning cellars.

In summarising the allure of the 2012 Climens from Chateau Climens – it is a liquid collage that captures the golden essence of Sauternes within its precincts. A stellar investment for both hedonists and collectors alike; its singular expression pledges to ascend in stature amid the pantheon of legendary sweet wines.