Chateau de Fargues Sauternes 1982 Corpinnat with parts of the vineyard

with parts of the vineyard planted in 1989

the firm tannins giving excellent length and persistence

Height:   220 mm | 8

and if the zone were to ever develop a “Grand Cru” classification

this masterful wine is nearly shocking in its mineral intensity—Riesling-like in that regard

Chateau de Fargues Sauternes 1982 Corpinnat with parts of the vineyardFrom a less botrytis affected vintage, the 1982 Fargues is cleaner and more straightforward than the wildly complex and unctuous 1983, showing greater evolution in its flavors but still offering ample lift and energy. While Chteau dYquem was sold to LVMH in the late 1990s, Chteau de Fargues remains under the control of the Lur Saluces family, with Alexandres friendly and highly capable son Philippe at the helm today. Their lone wine is produced from