Rieussec other_regions While Chave has not made

While Chave has not made their special cuvee

I like both the intensity and the polished mouthfeel that add appeal of the sappy and built-to-age finish that is hugely long but not really austere

whereas the 2012 vintage is able to hide some of its ripeness within the general fleshiness and succulence of the fruit

52 ha parcel in En La Chapelle

sensual and powerful to the core

Rieussec other_regions While Chave has not madeThe 2008 Rieussec is a blend of 86% Semillon, 12% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle picked from 29 September until 14 November over four or five pickings. The nose seemed to have closed down since I last encountered it in 2012, quite earthy and resinous, lacking some spark. The palate is much better with sour lemon and quince on the entry, a touch of patisserie, strangely making me think of Danish pastry towards the well defined finish. This 2008 is a