2009 Château Rieussec, 1er Cru Classé Sauternes

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  • Product description

    Product description

    With vineyards that border those of the iconic Château d`Yquem, Château Rieussec has long been considered amongst Sauternes’ best. Harvests last for 6 to 8 weeks with selective pickings depending on the ripeness of the grapes and evolution of noble rot.

    Fermented in barrels and aged for 16 to 26 months in oak barrel, of which 50% is new. Aromas of honey, pastry and marmelade. Viscous with a great acidity and a really long finish.

    The team at Chateau Rieussec have conjured a stellar wine in 2009. There is a little reduction at first that fortunately blows away, revealing thickly layered scents of honey, Danish pastry and quince that appear to gain vigor with every passing sip. The palate is stunning: very viscous in the mouth with tangy grapefruit, honey and white peach. It is still primal, but the acidity is perfectly judged and there is a life-affirming sense of precision and tension towards the finish. Exceptional. Drink now-2045.

    - 97 pts Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
  • About the producer

    About the producer: Château Rieussec

    Located in the heart of the Sauternes Appellation, Château Rieussec is a 1er Cru Classé and has the highest altitude after Chateau Yquem. The Domaine has always enjoyed a very good reputation and is now owned by Domaines Barons de Rotshchild who have invested in the vineyard and stayed focused on the quality. Rieussec are usually deeply coloured, rich and alcoholic with excellent viscosity and show intense aroma of honey. View our selection.

    Vineyard & Winemaking

    The 93 hectares are planted with 90% Sémillon, 7% Sauvignon Blanc and 3% Muscadelle. Harvests last for 6 to 8 weeks with selective pickings depending on the ripeness of the grapes and evolution of botrytis cinerea (noble rot). Wines are fermented in barrels and aged for 16 to 26 months in oak barrel, of which 50% is new.

    Wine Produced

    Château Rieussec (grand vin) and Les Carmes de Rieussec (second vin).

  • Delivery

    Delivery

    Delivery charges to a single UK mainland address* Price Delivery expected within
    Orders over £150 Free 2-5 working days
    Orders under £150 £12.95 2-5 working days

    * Please note post-Brexit we have suspended all export delivery services including those to Northern Ireland. Deliveries to Jersey, Channel Islands, The Isle of Man, The Isle of Wight, The Scilly Isles and some areas of Scotland may take longer and are subject to a surcharge. Excludes items purchased in bond and en primeur where delivery will be charged at cost. View in bond and en primeur T&Cs.

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    Should you have any questions please contact a member of the team who will be pleased to help on 020 8858 6011, or email orders@davy.co.uk

  • Returns

    Returns

    SALE OR RETURN is available by prior arrangement only and for orders of 96 bottles or more. All returns are at the customer’s expense. Returns must be made within 28 days of original delivery and goods must be in a resalable condition. We reserve the right to only refund up to 25% of the original order. For further details please contact customer services 020 8858 6011.

    CANCELLATIONS can be made within seven working days from receipt of delivery, provided that all wines are unopened and in their original condition. To cancel an order customers should contact the Customer Service team on 020 8858 6011 or email orders@davy.co.uk. It is your responsibility to keep the wines safe and in their original condition until collection is made.

    TASTING CANCELLATIONS – full refunds can only be made where at least 7 days’ notice is given prior to the event date. Refunds will only be given after this time if we are able to re-sell your tickets. In the event that a tasting is cancelled, Davy’s shall offer customers a full refund.

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Product description

With vineyards that border those of the iconic Château d`Yquem, Château Rieussec has long been considered amongst Sauternes’ best. Harvests last for 6 to 8 weeks with selective pickings depending on the ripeness of the grapes and evolution of noble rot.

Fermented in barrels and aged for 16 to 26 months in oak barrel, of which 50% is new. Aromas of honey, pastry and marmelade. Viscous with a great acidity and a really long finish.

The team at Chateau Rieussec have conjured a stellar wine in 2009. There is a little reduction at first that fortunately blows away, revealing thickly layered scents of honey, Danish pastry and quince that appear to gain vigor with every passing sip. The palate is stunning: very viscous in the mouth with tangy grapefruit, honey and white peach. It is still primal, but the acidity is perfectly judged and there is a life-affirming sense of precision and tension towards the finish. Exceptional. Drink now-2045.

- 97 pts Neal Martin, Wine Advocate

About the producer: Château Rieussec

Located in the heart of the Sauternes Appellation, Château Rieussec is a 1er Cru Classé and has the highest altitude after Chateau Yquem. The Domaine has always enjoyed a very good reputation and is now owned by Domaines Barons de Rotshchild who have invested in the vineyard and stayed focused on the quality. Rieussec are usually deeply coloured, rich and alcoholic with excellent viscosity and show intense aroma of honey. View our selection.

Vineyard & Winemaking

The 93 hectares are planted with 90% Sémillon, 7% Sauvignon Blanc and 3% Muscadelle. Harvests last for 6 to 8 weeks with selective pickings depending on the ripeness of the grapes and evolution of botrytis cinerea (noble rot). Wines are fermented in barrels and aged for 16 to 26 months in oak barrel, of which 50% is new.

Wine Produced

Château Rieussec (grand vin) and Les Carmes de Rieussec (second vin).

Delivery

Delivery charges to a single UK mainland address* Price Delivery expected within
Orders over £150 Free 2-5 working days
Orders under £150 £12.95 2-5 working days

* Please note post-Brexit we have suspended all export delivery services including those to Northern Ireland. Deliveries to Jersey, Channel Islands, The Isle of Man, The Isle of Wight, The Scilly Isles and some areas of Scotland may take longer and are subject to a surcharge. Excludes items purchased in bond and en primeur where delivery will be charged at cost. View in bond and en primeur T&Cs.

view full details

Should you have any questions please contact a member of the team who will be pleased to help on 020 8858 6011, or email orders@davy.co.uk

Returns

SALE OR RETURN is available by prior arrangement only and for orders of 96 bottles or more. All returns are at the customer’s expense. Returns must be made within 28 days of original delivery and goods must be in a resalable condition. We reserve the right to only refund up to 25% of the original order. For further details please contact customer services 020 8858 6011.

CANCELLATIONS can be made within seven working days from receipt of delivery, provided that all wines are unopened and in their original condition. To cancel an order customers should contact the Customer Service team on 020 8858 6011 or email orders@davy.co.uk. It is your responsibility to keep the wines safe and in their original condition until collection is made.

TASTING CANCELLATIONS – full refunds can only be made where at least 7 days’ notice is given prior to the event date. Refunds will only be given after this time if we are able to re-sell your tickets. In the event that a tasting is cancelled, Davy’s shall offer customers a full refund.

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