Case Price: £70.00 / BottleDuty Status: In Bond ⋅ Price incl. of Duty & VAT: £87.58 / Bottle
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| Wine Type | Dessert |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Subregion | Sauternes |
| Vintage | 2003 |
| Producer | Chateau Rieussec |
| Appellation | Sauternes |
| Classification | Premier Cru Classe |
| Bottle Size | 75cl |
| Pack Size | 1x75cl |
| Alcohol Percentage | 13.00 |
| Duty Status | In Bond |
| Availability | Immediate |
The 2003 Rieussec is a blend of 91% Semillon, 6% Sauvignon Blanc and 3% Muscadelle picked between 17 September and 1 October. Much deeper in color than other vintages, it has a mature, almost tropical mango and passion fruit nose that feels a little one-dimensional. The palate is medium-bodied and smooth on the entry, a little waxy in texture with nutmeg and dried honey notes on the mature, Tokaji-like finish. Given my previous remarks, I wonder if this Rieussec is in decline, especially as vintages of similar age appear to be prospering. Approach with caution. Tasted April 2016.
Anticipated maturity: 2016-2020
Some honey tinge. Very intense slight brulee character on the nose. Very, very sweet – one slightly seeks a bit more acid. Still quite simple – barley sugar at the moment. I’d like a little more acid and complexity – but this will surely outlive the reds!
Anticipated maturity: 2014-2030