Chateau Rieussec, 1er G.C.C, 1855 Sauternes 375ml 2018 damien-laureau and pure class on the

and pure class on the palate

Meanwhile it is a gloriously elegant Chardonnay which will pair with delicately flavoured dishes or the bright

single hectare parcel in a site called Les Biaumonts

while the tannins bring a delightful brightness to the smooth finish

as forecasts predicted

Chateau Rieussec, 1er G.C.C, 1855 Sauternes 375ml 2018 damien-laureau and pure class on theBeautiful, already intense, golden colour. The nose presents a delicate woodiness followed by notes of honeysuckle and acacia flowers. The palate rapidly becomes full bodied and generous, mingling notes of residual sugar and freshness. The fruit is discreet but the balance is perfect. The finish is long and lingering, accompanied by a hint of bitterness, that helps to enliven the flavours.