Chateau Rieussec, 1er G.C.C, 1855 Sauternes 2020 rhone-alpes dominated by blackberries

dominated by blackberries

almost briny

Food accompaniment: Fish-based first courses - also raw fish

Intense + powerful

93-95 points Neal Martin eRobertParker

Chateau Rieussec, 1er G.C.C, 1855 Sauternes 2020 rhone-alpes dominated by blackberriesFresh, expressive nose. The initial nose reveals fruity notes of quince jelly and tangerine zest. Secondary aromas develop of everlasting flowers, reminding us of the heat during the vintage. Oaky, lightly roasted notes are well integrated and remain in the background. On the palate, the attack brings the freshness of candied citrus fruit. The mid palate is full and generous with notes of patisserie reminiscent of rhubarb tart. The wines mineral