1997 Sigalas Rabaud
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The 1997 Sigalas Rabaud has an attractive bouquet with fig, orange zest and light Aszú notes. After 26 years, it shows pretty good vigor and focus. The palate is well-balanced with a lively entry. It is not amazingly complex yet definitely fresh and vibrant, with a spicy, smoky finish that lingers in the mouth. It is drinking perfectly now. Tasted at the Sigalas Rabaud vertical at the winery.
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Lively green gold. Impressive but relatively evolved. Big classic wine built on a grand scale. Could do with very slightly more tension. (JR)
This is a honeyed, luscious, forward style of Sauternes, with low acidity, and copious quantities of orange, pineapple, and mango-like fruit. In fact, the fruit almost hides the bouquet's other nuances. Full-bodied and rich, with a viscous texture, this lusty, unrestrained wine will be appreciated by tasters looking for immediate gratification. Anticipated maturity: now-2015. (No tasting note was provided in Issue 128. We have instead included the text of the tasting note from Issue 122)