Chateau Rieussec, Sauternes

The immediate neighbour to the east of d’Yquem in the commune of Fargues, Rieussec sits at one of the highest points of the plateau – as you might expect for a property that was a convent until the French Revolution.

The 75 hectares of vineyards are planted to 85% Semillon, 13% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle – although the percentage of Semillon is usually higher in the finished wine. Rieussec has been part of the Domaines Barons de Rothschild portfolio since 1985 so there have been no lack of resources to develop the best wine possible. Barrel fermentation and long ageing in barrel, over 50% of which is new, results in one of the richest and most luscious Sauternes but one that retains an amazing freshness and balance.

We offer the following Sauternes from Chateau Rieussec:

• Chateau Rieussec