Château Rieussec - Sauternes (Premier Grand Cru Classé)
Château Rieussec is a Premier Grand Cru Classé Sauternes, a legendary sweet wine from Bordeaux. Made from Sémillon and others, it boasts brilliant gold, aromas of candied fruit and honey, and a rich, balanced taste.
France - Bordeaux, Sauternes Sweet white wine, Premier Grand Cru Classé Sémillon (dom.), Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle
Château Rieussec Sauternes (Premier Grand Cru Classé) - 2003 750 ml
113.52 €
Château Rieussec Sauternes (Premier Grand Cru Classé) - 2020 750 ml
225.48 €
Château Rieussec Sauternes (Premier Grand Cru Classé) - 2019 750 ml
273.46 €
Colour
Brilliant gold, evolving to deep amber with age.
Bouquet
Intense & complex: candied fruit, apricot, citrus, honey, white flowers, sweet spices, mineral notes. Great aromatic elegance.
Taste
Sweet yet balanced by vibrant acidity. Fruity, with honey, nuts, and a long, persistent finish. Rich and complex.
Alcohol content
Variable, typically between 13% and 14% vol.
Type of glass
Small dessert wine glass, tulip-shaped or flute.
Pairings
Foie gras, blue cheeses (Roquefort), fruit-based desserts, tarts, crème brûlée, or for contemplation.
Refinement
Long aging in new oak barriques (16-26 months), followed by bottle aging for decades.
Vinification
Selective hand-picking of Botrytis cinerea (noble rot) grapes. Gentle pressing and slow fermentation in barriques.