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Score 88/100 · Drink 2023-2033, Neal Martin, Dec 2023

The 1960 Rieussec is a vintage that I must have tasted some 15 years ago. This proves how Sauternes can transcend a tricky growing season. It shows a lovely nose with an unavoidable adhesive scent, not unattractive either, with frangipane and toffee apple scents. Loose-knit but clean. The palate is medium-bodied, pure and harmonious. There are no signs of rot, with pleasing viscosity and a tang of ginger toward the finish. Absolutely fine. Tasted at Medlar restaurant to celebrate my The Complete Bordeaux Vintage Guide book.

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88
88/100

Neal Martin

About the producer

Ch. Rieussec 1:1
Rieussec

Ch. Rieussec is a top, Premier Cru Classé Sauternes estate that is part of the Domaines Barons de Rothschild stable, along with First Growth Ch. Lafite Rothschild.

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Grape Blend

Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon

Colour

White

Taste

Sweet

Classification

Premier Cru

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