Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2024

Lafaurie-Peyraguey, an epitome of excellence

Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey, a historic estate, covers 18.5 hectares of vineyards on an elevated site just outside the village of Bommes, in the heart of the Sauternes region. The ancient stones and extensive archives of the château bear witness to a rich history spanning eight centuries. In 2014, Silvio Denz, owner of the prestigious crystalware company Lalique, acquired this iconic Sauternes property.

Nestled in the best terroirs of Sauternes, Lafaurie-Peyraguey is situated on the region's high gravel terrace, 70 metres above sea level, next to Château d'Yquem. Recognised as a Premier Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 classification, the distinctive character of Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey wines is the result of the interplay of four key elements: the terroir between the Garonne and Ciron rivers, a unique microclimate, the influence of Botrytis cinerea (noble rot) and the dominance of the Sémillon grape variety.

The 2024 vintage :

2024 was a year full of challenges for the vineyard: unpredictable weather, high humidity, and intense mildew pressure. Despite this, the vines were well managed, resulting in a healthy and serene harvest. The picking followed a three-phase rhythm: heavy rains in early September triggered Botrytis development, followed by 5–6 days of warm, dry winds for concentration, then 3–4 days of sunshine for harvesting. This cycle repeated twice more, combining to produce an aromatic, balanced, and elegant vintage.

Simon Deleporte, Head Winemaker at Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey: “We’ve never seen anything like it at Lafaurie-Peyraguey! In 2024, we picked the dry white grapes in the morning and started harvesting the sweet grapes that very same afternoon…”