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About This Wine
Château Rieussec 2010 is a Premier Cru Classé Sauternes from one of the highest-lying estates in the appellation, right next to Yquem. 2010 gave rich, pure sweet wines in Sauternes.
The 2010 is a Sémillon-dominated blend with small amounts of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle, aged in oak barrels of which roughly half are replaced each year.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Candied orange peel, honey, saffron and dried apricot, with a touch of crème brûlée.
- Palate: Rich and full, layered with yellow peach, mango and marmalade, cut by lively citrus acidity.
- Finish: Very long, honeyed and spicy, with a clean tangerine lift at the end.
Serving & Food
Chill to about 9 to 10°C and pour into white wine glasses rather than small dessert glasses; there is no need to decant.
Good to Know
When should I drink it? It drinks well now, and its acidity will carry it for decades.
What food suits it? Pan-seared foie gras.
Product Details
| Producer | Château Rieussec |
| Country | France |
| Region | Sauternes, Bordeaux |
| Vintage | 2010 |
| Size | 750mL |
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About the Château
Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) bought Rieussec in 1984 and built a new cellar there in 1989. The family still owns the estate.