Chateau Bel-Air Saint Croix du Mont, 1986

Saint Croix du Mont is a satellite appellation of Sauternes producing dessert wines that are similar in style and personality to Sauternes but usually lower in price. I believe I paid $36 a case for this wine back in 1988 and am still reaping the benefits.

Deep gold, holds it bright color even on the second night. Apricots, honey, blood orange and  orange zest. Holding up better than many Sauternes of comparable age. Smooth and pleasantly sweet with ample acidity to keep it fresh around the edges. Better on the second night than the first.