Generous nose with jammy notes of white fruit, evolving towards bitter orange.
The attack is delicate, the wine then develops superb power with notes of fresh pineapple. The palate is full-bodied with well-integrated wood. Well-balanced and concentrated, the finish is long and lingering.
2021 Carmes De Rieussec - "Sauternes" 750 ML
$ 49.95
2021 Carmes de Rieussec - "Sauternes" 750 ml
Sauternes
Château Rieussec’s second wine is selected according to the same standards as the first wine. Its character consistently reveals a beautiful aromatic range dominated by citrus flavours. Carmes de Rieussec’s name is a reference to the Carmelite monks in Langon, who owned the Rieussec estate in the 18th century
Grape varieties
87% Sémillon, 7% Sauvignon, 6% Muscadelle
Ageing in oak barrels
18 months.
Average annual production
Variable according to the vintage, on average 6,000 cases.
Tasting notes (at bottling)
Related Items
2015 Chateau Carbonnieux Rouge Pessac-Leognan
Sold Out
2015 Chateau Carbonnieux Rouge Pessac-Leognan
2016 Chateau Branaire-Ducru Grand Cru Classe - Saint Julien
$ 89.00
About z Wine About z Winemaker Name: 2018 Château Branaire-Ducru - Saint Julien Grand Cru...
2016 Chateau Kirwan - Margaux
Sold Out
Château Kirwan is a wine that is produced from the best parcels of the vineyard...
2016 Chateau Rieussec - "Sauternes" 375 ML
$ 59.00
2016 Château Rieussec - "Sauternes" 370 ml 1st cru classé Château Rieussec has been a...
