Chateau
Raymond-Lafon

Appellation : Sauternes

The 18 hectare estate was established in the mid-nineteenth century by Monsieur Raymond-Lafon. Although château Raymond-Lafon was not able to be distinguished by the old 1855 classification(established too late in the 1850’s)it nevertheless has always been recognized as one of the greatest wines of its appellation very often assimilated first cru classé by connoissors and wine critiques from around the world.In 1972 , Francine and Pierre Meslier acquired the château,Pierre Meslier who managed Yquem for 27 years was able to apply his considerable experience and knowledge.The estate is located just across the road from this prestigious estate.

Chateau Raymond-Lafon

Appellation : Sauternes

The owner's pitch.

“Sauternes is a difficult business due to hazardous climatic conditions especially at harvest time and during the numerous late pickings. It is above all a passion and a great art. We would appreciate to share it with you.
Our motto: Prestige through quality.”
Famille Meslier

Focus on the Chateau.

Surface area

18 hectares

Wine types

White

Ageing

Manual harvest by successive sorting
2 years in barrels

Grape varieties

80% Semillon
20% Sauvignon

Environmental protection

Reasonable culture

Open for tours

By appointment
Visit & tasting offered

Wines.

Traditional wines fruit of numerous pickings of hand picked botrytised grapes.Yield very LOW averages 10 to 15 hectoliters per hectare.A two year ageing in barrels. Complex, concentrated wines balanced with great acidity and a very long finish . In the mouth, tropical and citrus fruits balance the wine liqueur. Better served as an aperitif wine with citrus zest and with a several course dinner with oysters, foie gras, roasted chicken with crispy skin, a pork roast with mangoes, a fish in a creamy sauce, lobster, roquefort, died fruits, an apricot pie….spicy asian food such as Peking duck or curry chicken,Serve no colder than 12°C.