2016 Ch Rieussec, Sauternes, 1er Cru
A$189.95
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RIEUSS16
90 to 95% Sémillon, 5 to 10% Muscadelle and Sauvignon.
Lots of botrytis here in addition to dried mushrooms and dried fruit such as pineapple and peaches. Medium to full body. Medium sweet. Very long and intense. A triumph.
98-99 pts - JSuckling
Pale lemon colored, the 2016 Rieussec comes sashaying out of the glass with a beautiful floral and citrus perfume of orange blossom, pink grapefruit, yuzu, lime leaves, lemongrass and fallen leaves with hints of nutmeg and candied ginger. Having shed a lot of the puppy fat from when I last tasted this from barrel, the palate reveals loads of elegant, tightly wound layers and seamless freshness, finishing long and fragrant. Drink 2021-2050
96+ pts - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, March 2019
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Stickies/Sweet Wines |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | France |
| Region | Sauternes |
| Varietals | Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscadelle |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 98 |
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