Rieussec Vintage:2004 This is superb

This is superb

(50% whole clusters)

earthy finish

but promises great aging potential

This utterly delicious yet serious effort is highly recommended

Rieussec Vintage:2004 This is superbThe 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