Rich and concentrated wine. Notes of honey and dried fruit, but with a good acidity which provides freshness and mineraility. Pairs easily with a wise range of after dinner dishes; cheese, puddings and biscotti-style biscuits would work well.

• Country: France
• Region: Sauternes
• Grape: 90% Sémillon, 10% Sauvignon
• Style: Dessert
• Alcohol: 13.5%
• Bottle size: 37.5cl
• Other: Eco & Sustainable

Background: Château d’Arche, based in Barsac, has a good 3 hectare site in Sauternes situated on a clay-gravel rise and surrounded by the great growths. Their Perle de Arché is a rich, concentrated, golden-coloured Sauternes that has notes of honey, dried apricots and almonds with some tangy acidity to add balance.

Winemaking: Grapes are pressed using a pnuematic press. Vinification occurs in stainless steel vats in small batches. Wine is then aged for 6 months in 2 year old barrels for a year before bottling.

Sustainability: Certified HVE Level 3 in 2019, ensuring the estate maintains a high level of respect for its vineyards and its surrounding areas. This includes water, fuel and fertilisation management and encouraging and promoting biodiversity within the vineyard. With little mechanical input on the vines.

WHEN ITS GONE ITS GONE

(MUST ORDER BEFORE 11AM 48HRS IN ADVANCE FOR MORE THAN 6 BOTTLES)