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Carmes de Rieussec 2019, A.C. Sauternes, France

£40.00£216.00

In 1984, Eric de Rothschild representing Domaines Barons de Rothschild (DBR) acquired Chateau Rieussec.  At the time of the purchase the estate covered 110 ha, with 68ha under vine. DBR decided that a different approach must be adopted if this legendary property was to return to its glory days. Laborious and painstaking work was carried out in the vineyard including replanting and grubbing up of less than perfect vines.  A new cellar was built in 1989 with a view to ensuring wines were matured more efficiently prior to release. The property now ranks among the very best in Sauternes and sits proudly in the Rothschild portfolio.

Clear

Tasting notes

Beautiful sparkling gold colour. The nose is already surprisingly subtle. The barrel-ageing is still present but blends perfectly with notes of apricot and candied melon. The attack is light, but the wine then develops volume and gradually fills the entire palate. The wine has not been affected by the often excessively high summer temperatures. The finish is long and well-defined.

ABV

13.5%

Closure

natural cork

Drink from

2020 – 2030

Food match

Apple tart, Stilton

Origin

Bordeaux

Producer

DBR (Lafite)

Varietal

Sauvignon, Semilion, Muscadelle

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