Château Rieussec Sauternes (Premier Grand Cru Classé) 2010

Château Rieussec Sauternes 2010 is one of the great names of sweet Bordeaux, a Premier Grand Cru Classé that has long stood among the benchmark wines of Sauternes. Rich, luminous, and beautifully composed, it combines depth, finesse, and the kind of historic prestige that has made Rieussec a reference point for lovers of noble sweet wines.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the wine shows a deep, brilliant golden colour that hints at its richness and maturity. The nose is generous and layered, with aromas of honey, toasted almonds, ripe pineapple, and a touch of exotic fruit that gives the bouquet both opulence and lift. The palate is full-bodied and silky, opening with tropical notes of mango, papaya, and fresh mandarin wrapped in refined sweetness. A vibrant vein of acidity keeps everything balanced and elegant, while the finish is long, intense, and mouth-coating, suggesting excellent ageing potential for many years to come.

Production
Château Rieussec sits in the heart of Sauternes, where the misty morning conditions of Bordeaux encourage the development of noble rot, the essential ingredient behind the region’s most iconic sweet wines. The blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle is typically harvested in several selective passes to pick only the perfectly botrytised grapes, then vinified with great care to preserve freshness, concentration, and aromatic complexity.

Food & Serving
Best enjoyed slightly chilled at around 8–10°C, this wine is a superb match for fruit tarts, crème brûlée, caramel-based desserts, or blue cheese such as Roquefort. It can also be served beautifully on its own as a luxurious finish to a meal. Decanting is generally not necessary, but a brief airing in the glass can help the aromas open further.

Producer
Château Rieussec is one of the most respected estates in Sauternes and was classified as Premier Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 Classification, underlining its historic importance in Bordeaux. Owned by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), the château has earned an outstanding reputation for producing wines of power, purity, and remarkable balance, with vintage after vintage confirming its elite status in the region.

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