2020 Chateau Rieussec Sauternes [V94] Cote de Beaune and a hint of crushed

and a hint of crushed graphite

textural 2019 and 2018 vintages

L'Authentique is Thomas-Labaille's multi-parcel estate bottling

Gentle pressing and long aging in French oak for 16 months allows the delicacy to shine

delicate tannin and nice finish with loads of spices

2020 Chateau Rieussec Sauternes [V94] Cote de Beaune and a hint of crushedProducer: Chateau Rieussec Region: Sauternes, Bordeaux, France Blend: 90% Semillon, 7% Sauvignon Blanc, 3% Muscadelle Year: 2020 Vinous, 94 Points "The 2020 Rieussec has a slightly more petrolly bouquet than its peers, well defined and focusednot complex, but there is admirable purity. The palate is very elegant on the entry, with superb levels of botrytis and a silver bead of acidity that upholds focus and tension. This Sauternes fans out wonderfully