Chateau Rieussec - Sauternes 2019
White
2019
Bordeaux
Sauternes
Semillon
Tasting Notes
Grape
Sémillon 94%, with smaller additions of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle.
Tasting notes
The 2019 Château Rieussec is a luxurious and complex Sauternes, celebrated for its seamless balance between rich, candied fruit and vibrant, refreshing acidity. The wine reveals an expressive bouquet of honeyed apricot, ripe pineapple, and candied citrus, layered with notes of sweet spices, acacia honey, and delicate floral nuances.
On the palate, it is full-bodied and velvety, with a dense yet beautifully lifted texture. The natural sweetness is perfectly framed by fresh acidity, bringing precision and elegance to the wine’s opulent profile. The finish is long and persistent, marked by lingering notes of tropical fruit, honey, and spice.
Widely considered both opulent and age-worthy, the 2019 vintage combines power, freshness, and refinement, promising excellent evolution in the cellar while already offering impressive complexity today.
More About The Winery
Located on the highest point of the municipalities of Fargues and Sauternes, the Château Rieussec neighbours Yquem and is home to a contiguous vineyard planted in sandy clay or gravel clay soil. This cru's reputation bears testimony to the exceptional quality of its wines. The latter feature a well-defined golden hue and are complex, powerful and concentrated.
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