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Château Rieussec Sauternes

The 2011 Château Rieussec Sauternes has earned its place in The World of Fine Wine’s handpicked collection of tasting notes, featuring insights from the world’s foremost wine authorities. Explore in-depth commentary from wine experts Stephen Brook, Margaret Rand and Michael Schuster on Château Rieussec Sauternes - an internationally acclaimed sweet white from Bordeaux.
Château Rieussec Sauternes
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Wine Name
Château Rieussec Sauternes

Wine Producer
Château Rieussec

Score
92

Wine Style
White - Sweet

Grape Type
Sémillon
Sauvignon Blanc
Muscat

Country
France

Vintage
2007

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Stephen Brook: Straw-gold. Light nose; some citrus, as well as apricot, but little evident botrytis. Fresh and silky on the palate, with some spice and pep and a pronounced citric tone. Little depth here at present, though quite stylish and poised. It’s understated but nicely textured, and I suspect this will fill out with more time, and the acidity lifts the wine and gives it persistence. Moreish. 17

Margaret Rand: Very rich and fat, sleek, and complex. The finish just sings; there’s so much here that even its youthful tightness can’t hide it. Vivid, exuberant wine kept in check by structure and acidity. And a great finish that goes on and on. Plenty of elegance and concentration. 18.5

Michael Schuster: Lively mid-gold; honey, wax, faint orange-zest nose; very nicely balanced, rich, elegant middleweight; intensely sweet, long, subtle, complex palate; touch of minerality under the fruit; lovely aromatic persistence. Particularly refined wine—complete. Lovely wine. Now to 2025+. 17.5

Details

Wine expert Stephen Brook
Margaret Rand
Michael Schuster
Tastings year 2011
Region Bordeaux
AppellationAOC
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