Château Rieussec 1. Cru Sauternes 2017

Château Rieussec 1er Cru Classé Sauternes 2017 is one of the great benchmark sweet wines of Bordeaux, admired for its depth, precision, and remarkable balance. Made from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc, it captures the opulence of Sauternes while keeping a refined freshness that has made Rieussec one of the region’s most celebrated estates for generations.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a deep, luminous golden colour that immediately signals richness and concentration. The nose is lavish and expressive, with layers of honey, roasted almonds, ripe pineapple, and a touch of exotic fruit. On the palate, the wine unfolds with mango, papaya, and fresh mandarin, carried by a silky, almost creamy texture. The sweetness is beautifully balanced by a bright line of acidity, giving the wine elegance and lift rather than weight. The finish is long, intense, and persistent, with honeyed, sun-ripened fruit lingering beautifully. It has excellent ageing potential and will continue to evolve gracefully over many years.

Production
Château Rieussec is located in Sauternes, where the cool morning mists from the Ciron and Garonne rivers encourage the noble rot, Botrytis cinerea, that is essential to the style. The grapes are harvested by hand in multiple passes, allowing only perfectly botrytised berries to be picked at optimal ripeness. Vinification is carried out with great care to preserve purity, concentration, and the wine’s natural freshness.

Food & Serving
This wine is superb with delicate desserts such as fruit tarts, crème brûlée, poached pears, or almond-based pastries, and it also works beautifully with blue cheese or foie gras. Serve chilled, ideally around 8–10°C, and decanting is generally not necessary, though a brief aeration can help younger bottles open up.

Producer
Château Rieussec has long been one of the reference names of Sauternes and was classified as a Premier Cru Classé in the historic 1855 classification of Bordeaux. Once owned by the Carmelite monks and later by prominent Bordeaux families, the estate gained further prestige under the ownership of Domaines Barons de Rothschild. Today, it is recognized for producing wines of exceptional richness, balance, and longevity.

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