Vintage Description Pack Size Case Duty Stock Price
Vintage 2008 Rieussec, Sauternes Pack Size 12 x 37.5cl Case OWC Duty IB Stock 1 Price £170.00 £188.60 £226.32

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Tasting Notes

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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Neal Martin - 31 Jan 17
The 2008 Rieussec is a blend of 86% Semillon, 12% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle picked from 29 September until 14 November over four or five pickings. The nose seemed to have closed down since I last encountered it in 2012, quite earthy and resinous, lacking some spark. The palate is much better with sour lemon and quince on the entry, a touch of patisserie, strangely making me think of Danish pastry towards the well-defined finish. This 2008 is a little difficult to work out at the moment, perhaps overwhelmed by the succeeding vintage. Tasted April 2016.
Drinking Date: 2018 - 2038
16.5
Jancis Robinson Jancis Robinson - 25 Nov 14
Relatively soft and very deep and rich. Nearly ready and this would be lovely with cheese. (JR)
Drinking Date: 2016 - 2035
Sauternes Fine Wine

Sauternes

Sauternes, a renowned Bordeaux appellation in the Graves region, is famous for its luxurious sweet white wines made from Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle grapes affected by noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). This fungus concentrates sugars, creating wines with rich sweetness balanced by vibrant acidity. Sauternes wines feature complex aromas and flavours of apricot, honey, peach, citrus, and vanilla, with excellent ageing potential. Top producers include Château d'Yquem, Château Rieussec, Château Suduiraut, and Château Coutet.