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Rieussec 1999
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The Château Rieussec 1999, Premier Cru Classé of Sauternes, originates from clay-gravelly soils. A blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle, it offers aromas of dried apricot and honey, a smooth palate and a lively finish. Perfect with foie gras or for extended aging.
A legendary estate rooted in the terroir of Sauternes, where exacting standards and expertise have been passed down through generations.
- Terroir : Clay-gravelly soils of the high plateau of Sauternes, the cradle of the great dessert wines of Bordeaux, where noble rot elevates the grape varieties.
- Vinification : Meticulous selection of botrytized berries, precise aging to reveal the balance between richness and freshness.
Tasting notes for Château Rieussec Rieussec 1999
- To the eye : Robe of deep, brilliant gold, with a silky density that heralds a smooth texture.
- On the nose : Aromas of dried apricot, citrus marmalade, toasted walnuts and a touch of wild honey, lifted by a discreet saline minerality.
- On the palate : Rich and velvety attack, carried by a lively acidity that brings tension and balance, before a long and elegant finish marked by chalky notes.
Serve at 8–10°C in a Bordeaux-style white wine glass to enhance its complexity.
Vintage 1999
A vintage where concentration and balance marry gracefully, offering a harmonious expression of the Sauternes terroir.
- Aging potential: Ready to drink now.
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