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Sauternes
Sauternes
Moderate concern
Sauternes is an alcoholic wine. Alcohol is classified by IARC as a Group 1 human carcinogen, and any amount carries health risks.
Found in
65 products
What it is
A sweet French dessert wine from the Sauternes region of Bordeaux, made from Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle grapes affected by noble rot.
Culinary wine used in sauces and reductions; consumed as a beverage.
Why it's flagged
- Contains alcohol
- Added/residual sugars
What regulators actually say
"Alcoholic beverages are carcinogenic to humans (Group 1)."
"There is sufficient evidence in humans for the carcinogenicity of alcoholic beverages."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Wine regulated by TTB; alcohol labeling required.
European Union — EFSA
Wine regulated under EU wine and labeling directives.
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