Carmes de Rieussec Sauternes

Vintage: 2019

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Carmes de Rieussec is the second wine of Château Rieussec, a prestigious estate located in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France. Known for its sweet wines, Château Rieussec crafts Carmes de Rieussec with a blend predominantly featuring Sémillon, complemented by Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. The wine undergoes fermentation and aging in oak barrels, which imparts a rich complexity to its profile. Expect aromas of honey, apricot, and citrus, with a luscious palate that balances sweetness with vibrant acidity. This Sauternes pairs beautifully with foie gras, blue cheese, or fruit-based desserts.

Professional Scores

97

The 2019 Rieussec is absolutely gorgeous. Gracious and supremely elegant in feel, the 2019 is immediately impressive. An exotic melange of lemon confit, marzipan, white flowers, passionfruit and tangerine oil opens effortlessly. The 2019 is compelling from start to finish. Harvest took place from October 8 to 15, in three passes. The 2019 is the first vintage that will be offered in a stylish new bottle. It is no secret Sauternes has struggled of late. I must say I really liked the new and very modern presentation, which shows a more playful side of Sauternes that might just work in creating a bit more excitement around these wines.

Vinous

97

The 2019 Rieussec is absolutely gorgeous. Gracious and supremely elegant in feel, the 2019 is immediately impressive. An exotic melange of lemon confit, marzipan, white flowers, passionfruit and tangerine oil opens effortlessly. The 2019 is compelling from start to finish. Harvest took place from October 8 to 15, in three passes. The 2019 is the first vintage that will be offered in a stylish new bottle. It is no secret Sauternes has struggled of late. I must say I really liked the new and very modern presentation, which shows a more playful side of Sauternes that might just work in creating a bit more excitement around these wines.

Vinous

375ml