Chateau Rieussec Sauternes

”Chateau Rieussec has been a leading wine in Sauternes for several generations. Ranked as a Premier Grand Cru in 1855 it is made with a subtle blend of Semillon Sauvignon and Muscadelle. Due to fairly high rainfall the first part of the vineyard cycle up to mid-June was complex to manage; the rain disrupted the flowering period and resulted in small amount of flower abortion and uneven grape size. July August and September were then very dry (with an average of 20 mm of rain) with excellent daytime temperatures and cool niights which is ideal for a slow but complete ripening of the grapes. However the dry weather resulted in smaller grapes and the volume of the harvest was reduced. TASTING NOTES (AT BOTTLING) Bottling began at the end of March 2013. Strong colour. Very floral vivid nose light well-integrated woodiness. The palate is fresh elegant and complex with a lively slightly spicy finish and some notes of exotic fruit. Excellent length.” – Chateau Rieussec *9