Chateau Guiraud Sauternes 1er Grand Cru Classe 2010
95 Points - Jeff Leve. Château Guiraud is one of Sauternes’ leading 1er Grand Cru Classés, known for its vibrant, expressive style. The 2010 vintage is a rich yet precise wine, capturing the estate’s signature balance of ripe fruit, freshness and elegance.
Taste
Bright gold in the glass, aromas of apricot, honeyed citrus and blossom lead into a silky, layered palate. Flavours of candied orange, quince and gentle spice are lifted by crisp acidity, giving length and poise. Sweetness is generous but impeccably measured — a textbook Guiraud.
Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Oct 2025)
Wine Press Ratings
95 Points - Jeff Leve (2010 Vintage)
"A decade in the bottle has added a lot here. This fabulous sweet wine hit it right out of the bottle. Flowers, dried apricot, vanilla bean, roasted cashews, and honey-coated pineapple with candied pear notes are all over the nose and palate. The balance between sweet and acidity is right on target. This is a beauty! Drink from 2022-2050."
About the Producer
Château Guiraud, situated on the northern edge of Sauternes, combines tradition with biodynamic viticulture. Since its 1855 classification, it has been celebrated for rich, aromatic wines that marry opulence with freshness, offering both early appeal and ageing potential.
95 Points - Jeff Leve. Château Guiraud is one of Sauternes’ leading 1er Grand Cru Classés, known for its vibrant, expressive style. The 2010 vintage is a rich yet precise wine, capturing the estate’s signature balance of ripe fruit, freshness and elegance.
Taste
Bright gold in the glass, aromas of apricot, honeyed citrus and blossom lead into a silky, layered palate. Flavours of candied orange, quince and gentle spice are lifted by crisp acidity, giving length and poise. Sweetness is generous but impeccably measured — a textbook Guiraud.
Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Oct 2025)
Wine Press Ratings
95 Points - Jeff Leve (2010 Vintage)
"A decade in the bottle has added a lot here. This fabulous sweet wine hit it right out of the bottle. Flowers, dried apricot, vanilla bean, roasted cashews, and honey-coated pineapple with candied pear notes are all over the nose and palate. The balance between sweet and acidity is right on target. This is a beauty! Drink from 2022-2050."
About the Producer
Château Guiraud, situated on the northern edge of Sauternes, combines tradition with biodynamic viticulture. Since its 1855 classification, it has been celebrated for rich, aromatic wines that marry opulence with freshness, offering both early appeal and ageing potential.
Description
95 Points - Jeff Leve. Château Guiraud is one of Sauternes’ leading 1er Grand Cru Classés, known for its vibrant, expressive style. The 2010 vintage is a rich yet precise wine, capturing the estate’s signature balance of ripe fruit, freshness and elegance.
Taste
Bright gold in the glass, aromas of apricot, honeyed citrus and blossom lead into a silky, layered palate. Flavours of candied orange, quince and gentle spice are lifted by crisp acidity, giving length and poise. Sweetness is generous but impeccably measured — a textbook Guiraud.
Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Oct 2025)
Wine Press Ratings
95 Points - Jeff Leve (2010 Vintage)
"A decade in the bottle has added a lot here. This fabulous sweet wine hit it right out of the bottle. Flowers, dried apricot, vanilla bean, roasted cashews, and honey-coated pineapple with candied pear notes are all over the nose and palate. The balance between sweet and acidity is right on target. This is a beauty! Drink from 2022-2050."
About the Producer
Château Guiraud, situated on the northern edge of Sauternes, combines tradition with biodynamic viticulture. Since its 1855 classification, it has been celebrated for rich, aromatic wines that marry opulence with freshness, offering both early appeal and ageing potential.
