2005 - Rieussec, Sauternes

Country: France |
Region: Bordeaux |
Appellation: Sauternes |
Producer: Rieussec |
Classification: Premier Cru Classe |
Colour: White |
ABV: 14% |

Tasting Notes

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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Neal Martin - 31 Jan 17
The 2005 Rieussec is a blend of 90% Semillon, 8% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle picked between 23 September and 27 October. It has a fabulous bouquet that is mineral-rich and tensile. The palate repeats its performance from last year: focused, tense, laden with botrytis-rich fruit with a crystalline and sorbet-fresh finish that seals the deal. One of the best releases from the estate in recent years. Tasted April 2016.
Drinking Date: 2016 - 2040
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Jancis Robinson Jancis Robinson - 23 Feb 17
Tasted blind. Deep, coppery gold. Rich and round with a savoury undertow. Exciting without being particularly sweet. Some bruised apple-skin character. (JR)
Drinking Date: 2016 - 2035