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    Château Rieussec, Sauternes, 2015

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    A Sauternes of exceptional complexity and outstanding balance

    Rich, lush, fat, sweet and juicy, there is fabulous intensity in the luscious honey-coated, tropical fruit, apricot and white peach filled wine. The acidity is there awarding this sweet treat lift and energy, making this just a pleasure to taste young. But the rewards come with aging, so give it at least another decade more age if you can. 

    OMG. This is amazing. This is the new 2001
    -James Suckling
    • Blend of 86% Semillion and 14% Sauvignon Blanc
    • Premier Cru Classé 1855
    • Fermented in barrel for 18 months, approximately 50% of which are new
    • Jancis Robinson | 18 Pts
    • James Suckling | 99 Pts
    Cellaring:  Drink now to 2045
    Food Pairing: Serve it alongside foie gras or pungent blue cheeses like  Roquefort. Beyond the classics, it is a spectacular match for spicy Asian cuisine - such as Thai green curry or Sichuan pepper dishes. Also delicious with apricot tarts, crème brûlée, or almond-based desserts. | 🌡️ Serve at a temperature between 8 and 10ºC.

     

    STORY BEHIND THE LABEL

    Château Rieussec is located in Sauternes right next to the famous estate Chateau d’Yquem. 90% Semillon, 7% Sauvignon Blanc and 3% Muscadelle are planted over 93 hectares in soils of large gravel over clay subsoils. One of the largest estates in Sauternes, Château Rieussec has ideal conditions for the development of botrytis cinerea. The harvest is manual and workers pick grape by grape in order to only select the finest fruit. 

     

    Bottle of Château Rieussec, Sauternes, 2015 by Whelehans Wines.

    Château Rieussec, Sauternes, 2015

    €95