Château Rieussec 1996

Tasting notes

This is one of the appellation's richest and most opulent wines. Extremely fruity with notes of subtle spices and vanilla, it is remarkably complex.

"The nose is quite mature with burnt toffee, mandarin and barley sugar scents, quite perfumed and intense, although I suggest lacking the class and precision of more recent vintages. The palate is well balanced with crisp acidity, viscous on the entry with acacia honey, red plums, a hint of marzipan and a dash of spice towards the finish. There is good body here, fine persistence, even if it lacks the finesse of more recent vintages."

Source: Neal Martin

RIEUS96

OUT OF STOCK

Need help ?
Please contact us: +41.22.342.56.40

You may also like

INFORMATIONS ABOUT THE ESTATE

Production : 80'000 bouteilles ;

Surface : 75 ha ;

Wine variety : 90% Sémillon, 7% Sauvignon, 3% Muscadelle;

Best vintages : 2010, 2009, 2005, 2001, 1988.

Data sheet

  • Color Sweet white
  • Country Bordeaux
  • Appellation Sauternes
  • Vintage 1996
  • Rating Robert Parker : 89/100
  • Level IN
  • Peak: until 2030
  • Size Bottle (0.75 l)

Looking for the perfect gift ?

100 % in stock

All of our products are avalaible on stock

Quick delivery

Your order will be shipped in 48 hours in a packaging provided for this purpose

Free delivery

Free shipment fees for orders over 1000 CHF (in Switzerland)

Free pickup in Geneva

In order to avoid shipping fees, your order can be picked up directly in our cellars or shop in Geneva

Your fidelity rewarded

2 % off