Despite a sometimes-tumultuous growing season, the 2022 vintage for Sauternes appears to be superb. The fruit is clean, concentrated and of exceedingly high quality and both producers and consumers alike can be optimistic.

This wine is the result of a very strict selection, uniting, thanks to a unique know-how, the expression of a great terroir and the best of Noble Rot. The style of Château La Tour Blanche is characterized by a superb balance between power and freshness, and great aromatic complexity. The policy of extreme quality carried out at Château La Tour Blanche has led to not bottling certain vintages deemed only passable.

"A layered Sauternes with phenolic seriousness and lovely sweetness. Light spiciness at the finish.
91 - 92 points." James Suckling, jamessuckling.com (April 2023)

"85% Sémillon, 10% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% Muscadelle. RS 145 g/l. Cask sample.
Rich and concentrated with tropical-fruit aromas and a hint of toast. Palate rich and full but appetising, the fruit succulent. Botrytis apparent, the trademark bitter note of this vintage providing freshness. Length and depth on the finish. Should age.
17.5 points." James Lawther MW, jancisrobinson.com (April 2023)