Château Rieussec 1989 (8 BT)

Château Rieussec 1989

Sauternes, 1er Cru Classé

u. 1bn, rest just into neck or better, labels slightly soiled, 1 very slightly marked, 1 very slightly peeling at corner, capsules with old signs of seepage; 7 niveaux juste dans le goulot ou mieux, étiquettes légèrement sales, 1 très légèrement marquée, 1 étiquette très légèrement écornée dans le coin capsules avec des signes d'écoulements anciens

Lemony gold. Unbelievable nose of intense, sun-ripened apricots. Staggering in its honied intensity. Just wild! Like hawthorn honey - sorry, but it really is. Finish of luscious lavender. Show-stopping. Serena Sutcliffe, MW

WA 92

8 bts (2 cn)

From Bordeaux to Tuscany, an excellent collection of mature vintages to excite the most discerning palates. With perfect provenance, the property of a noteworthy European family, this selection has a clear focus on Domaines Barons de Rothschild, with parcels of the famed Château Duhart Milon and the wonderful Château Rieussec, Premier Cru Classé Sauternes. The cellar also brings to light cases of one of the most prestigious Italian estates at perfect maturity with a great offering of Tignanello 1985.

LYING AT HILLEBRAND BEAUNE, Offered Duty Paid