Wine Advocate - 95 points
The 2004 Chateau de Fargues is a fantastic wine for the vintage and should not be overlooked. It boasts a heavenly bouquet with touches of white chocolate, dried honey, marmalade and quince that opens exuberantly with aeration. The palate is extremely well-balanced with a fine line of acidity. There is certainly very good weight here, similar to the Doisy-Vedrines, albeit packed with greater sophistication and breeding. It builds gloriously in the mouth toward its tender praline and honey finish, which lingers long in the mouth. This is a superb and perhaps overlooked Chateau de Fargues. (5/2014)
Château de Fargues has been owned by the Lur-Saluces family since 1472 and the 16th generation are now working the vines on this historic estate. The Lur-Saluces are a big name in Sauternes, once owning the legendary Château d’Yquem until it changed hands in 1999. Despite the grandeur of its estate, its association with the esteemed Lur Saluces family (of Château d’Yquem, naturally), and the lofty price commanded by its wines, Château de Fargues finds itself among the ranks of unclassified estates within the Sauternes appellation. Alongside the likes of Gilette and Raymond-Lafon, these hidden treasures demand our unwavering attention. For within their walls lies a story of untold allure, a tale of brilliance and mystique that defies conventional boundaries. Château de Fargues, with its captivating presence, offers a glimpse into a world beyond classification, where greatness transcends labels and the true essence of Sauternes unfolds.
Specifications
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Sub-Region | Sauternes |
| Vintage | 2004 |
| Grape | Semillon |
| Volume | 375ml |
| ABV | 13.5% |
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