Château Rieussec 2016

Château Rieussec, classified since 1855 as Premier Grand Cru Classé, is one of the Sauternais’ most renowned estates. The vineyards lie on the gravel and clay hills of Fargues – perfect conditions for Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle, which here develop exceptional botrytis concentration.

The wines are marked by lush texture, exotic fruit, honey and spice notes, as well as elegant fresh acidity that gives them great balance and longevity. Under the leadership of Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), the estate has been modernised and oriented toward the highest precision. Château Rieussec today stands for powerful, complex and finely structured Sauternes – sensual, deep and capable of ageing for decades.

Bordeaux is one of the world’s most renowned wine regions – a name that has stood for elegance, diversity and ageing potential for centuries. Gravel, clay and limestone soils alternate, allowing fine nuances in the wines that reflect both terroir and craftsmanship.

Bordeaux is typically known for blends in which grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc work together harmoniously.

Stylistically, red Bordeaux wines are defined by a balance of fruit, structure and freshness. The white wines – usually made from Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and sometimes Muscadelle – range from crisp and citrus-driven to creamy and complex.