2016 Château Rieussec 6-Bottle Case OWC - Sauternes Excellence
Premier Cru Classé Masterpiece
Experience the exceptional 2016 vintage from Château Rieussec, presented in a 6-bottle Original Wooden Case (OWC).
The Wine - Château Rieussec, Sauternes
- Classification: Premier Cru Classé
- Vintage: 2016
- Blend: 83% Sémillon, 12% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% Muscadelle
- Critics Scores: 96-97 points
2016 Vintage Characteristics
- Beautiful floral and citrus aromas
- Rich, concentrated fruit
- Elegant, tightly wound layers
- Impressive aging potential
Tasting Profile
The 2016 Château Rieussec reveals:
- Pale lemon color with golden highlights
- Aromas of orange blossom, pink grapefruit, yuzu
- Notes of honeycomb, mandarin peel, candied ginger
- Full-bodied with opulent texture
- Seamless freshness
- Long, fragrant finish
Expert Perspectives
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (96 points)
"Having shed a lot of the puppy fat from when I last tasted this from barrel, the palate reveals loads of elegant, tightly wound layers and seamless freshness, finishing long and fragrant."
Wine Enthusiast (96 points)
"This is a powerfully dense wine. It has intense botrytis and fine acidity, as well as sumptuous ripe marmalade and apricot flavors. This is certainly for long-term aging."
Impeccable Provenance
This case comes with a guaranteed and traceable history:
- Acquired Ex Chateau En Primeur in 2017
- Released between June 2018 and March 2019
- Initially stored at Dartess in Bordeaux
- Transferred to London City Bond in February 2020
- Maintained in its original wooden case, undisturbed
Serving Recommendation
- Optimal drinking window: 2022-2050
- Best served chilled at 8-10°C
Authenticity Guaranteed
Perfect provenance, with complete traceability and optimal storage conditions. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Bordeaux history, perfectly capturing the exceptional 2016 vintage.
This 6-bottle OWC of 2016 Château Rieussec offers a rare opportunity to experience one of Sauternes' finest expressions from an outstanding vintage.
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