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Carmes de Rieussec, Sauternes, 2011
The second wine of Château Rieussec, named after the Carmes de Langon monks who owned the estate in the 18th century. 85% Semillon, 10% Sauvignon Blanc and a little Muscadelle: moderate oak, splendid richness and general approachability.... Read More
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ColourWhite
StyleSweet
RegionBordeaux
Sub RegionSauternes
GrowerRieussec
Grape VarietySemillon Sauvignon
Vintage2011
ABV13.5%
Bottle75cl
ClosureCork
CodeCMR111
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Carmes de Rieussec, Sauternes, 2011
The second wine of Château Rieussec, named after the Carmes de Langon monks who owned the estate in the 18th century. 85% Semillon, 10% Sauvignon Blanc and a little Muscadelle: moderate oak, splendid richness and general approachability. Scent of preserved lemons and barley sugar. Very sweet, very concentrated, all oranges and caramel, luscious, smooth and fat. Now-2023
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