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Carmes de Rieussec, Sauternes, 2019 HALF BOTTLE
The second wine of Château Rieussec, named after the Carmes de Langon monks who owned the estate in the 18th century. Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc and a little Muscadelle: moderate oak, splendid richness and general approachability. Scent of... Read More
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ColourWhite
StyleSweet
RegionBordeaux
Sub RegionSauternes
GrowerRieussec
Grape VarietySemillon , Sauvignon Blanc & Muscadelle
Vintage2019
ABV14%
Bottle37.5cl
ClosureCork
CodeCMR219
Sauvignon Blanc
Origins
- Probably in Bordeaux region
- Parent of red grape Cabernet Sauvignon (established by DNA analysis)
Characteristics
- Vigorous plant, so can be too leafy and overproductive
- Aromas and flavours described as: herbaceous, grassy and nettley; Gooseberries; but can also show more tropical fruits...
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Carmes de Rieussec, Sauternes, 2019 HALF BOTTLE
The second wine of Château Rieussec, named after the Carmes de Langon monks who owned the estate in the 18th century. Semillon, 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-2027
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