2010 Chateau Rieussec Sauternes 375ml [V96][JS95-96][WS94]

Producer: Chateau Rieussec 
Region: Sauternes, Bordeaux, France  
Blend: 95% Sémillon, 3% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle
Year: 2010 

Vinous, 96 Points 

"The 2010 Rieussec is slightly more backwards on the nose. It is very focused with almond, saffron, orange pith and dried honey aromas that gain intensity with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with a harmonious entry. Impressive depth with lovely vanillary new oak, it is long and pure towards the finish. A Sauternes with pedigree. Superb. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 10-Year On Bordeaux horizontal. 2023 - 2045." 

James Suckling, 95-96 Points 

"I love the botrytis spice character to this wine with dried apricots and tropical fruits. It’s full bodied, medium sweet with a long intense finish. It’s very layered. Wine of the vintage." 

Wine Spectator, 94 Points 

"A muscular version, with dacquoise and marzipan notes leading the way for creamed orange, white peach, ginger, mirabelle compote and tangerine accents that pump through the piecrust-filled finish. Has the vintage's raw oomph, as well as range and cut for balance. Best from 2018 through 2035." 

Alcohol: 14% 

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