Château Rieussec
Château Rieussec Sauternes (Premier Grand Cru Classé)
4.8
Expert Rating
4.3
Most Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Rieussec Sauternes (Premier Grand Cru Classé) is an exquisite dessert wine from the renowned appellation of Sauternes in Bordeaux, France. It is made from a blend of Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle grapes, which are hand-harvested at optimum ripeness and carefully fermented in oak barrels. The result is a decadent, complex wine with notes of honey, apricot, pineapple, and lemon zest. On the palate, it offers a creamy texture and balanced acidity, with a long finish of honey, spice, and citrus. Château Rieussec Sauternes is a delightful wine and an excellent accompaniment to desserts and cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château Rieussec Sauternes is a premier grand cru classé from the respected Sauternes appellation in Bordeaux.With scents of ripe apricot, honey, and orange blossom, this sweet, medium-bodied wine offers flavors of candied citrus, caramel, and almond. The wine has a balanced acidity, a rich texture, and a long, lingering finish.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
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2063
Profile
Sweetness:
Luscious
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Gentle
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Sauvignon Blanc
Muscadelle
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Rieussec
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
4.3
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