2016 Chateau Rieussec 1er Cru Classe Sauternes Half Bottle 37.5cl
£25.00
“A step up over the Carmes de Rieussec, the beautiful 2016 Château Rieussec has remarkable purity and freshness while still packing beautiful depth of fruit. Honeyed peach, apricot, flower oil, and even a hint of wet stone all emerge from this full-bodied, thick, opulent effort. I love it. It has a rounded, sexy style ideal for drinking any time over the coming 15-20 years. The 2016 is a final blend of 83% Sémillon, 12% Sauvignon Blanc and 5% Muscadelle.”
97 Points, Jeb Dunnuck
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Product Description
Owned by Domaines Barons de Rothschild Lafite since 1984, Rieussec is located in the heart of the Sauternes vineyards. Surrounded by water and nature, the property, with its simple and rigorous architecture, stands out for its free contours.
Its unique terroir, combined with the know-how and exemplary viticulture applied by its team, enable it to produce precise, quality wines.
For several generations, the property has been one of the benchmarks of Sauternes, honouring the excellence of know-how and the French art of living.
More rigorous sorting of the grapes and fermentation in barrels, as well as a new cellar built in 1989, have resulted in a finer selection of the blend of each Rieussec Cru, where quality undoubtedly prevails over quantity.
Additional Information
| ABV | 14% |
|---|---|
| Bottle Size | Half Bottle 37.5cl |
| Colour | White |
| Country | France |
| Critic Score | 97/100 |
| Drink until | 2037 |
| Style | Dessert |
| Sweetness | Sweet |
| Vintage | 2016 |
