2023 Château Rieussec Carmes De Rieussec Sauternes

Château Rieussec belongs together with Château d'Yquem to the absolute top among the Sauternes wines. Rieussec has the status of 1st Grand Cru 1855. Rieussec is owned by Les Domaines Barons de Rothschild and is managed by Saskia Lafite. In addition to the well-known sweet dessert wine from Sauternes, they also make a very nice dry white wine. The R de Rieussec. Château Rieussec belongs to the best houses of Sauternes and is Premier Cru Classé classified.

Carmes de Rieussec is produced in the heart of the Sauternes appellation, on the left bank of the Garonne, about 50 km south of Bordeaux. The nearby Ciron river provides a unique natural humidity, which creates the ideal conditions for the development of Botrytis Cinerea – the noble rot characteristic of great Sauternes wines.

Carmes 2023 opens with aromas of candied apricot and citrus, refined by delicate floral notes. On the palate the same aromas return, perfectly balanced between opulent sweetness and fresh liveliness. The texture is particularly refined for a modern, fresh style of Sauternes. Without a doubt, this is an excellent Carmes in an impressive 2023 vintage.

FACT: In the tab 'Attachments' you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will automatically send you this when you order this wine. The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.

• Duck liver (or chicken liver) pate with brioche and onion compote
  The sweetness and full structure of the Sauternes harmonise beautifully with the creamy pate and the soft sweetness of the compote.

• Blue cheese such as Roquefort with walnuts and honey
  The salty intensity of blue cheese is a classic contrast to the rich, sweet style of the wine. Walnuts and honey add texture and extra depth.

• Apple pie with cinnamon and vanilla ice cream
  The caramelized notes in the wine match seamlessly with the warm flavors of apple, cinnamon and creamy ice cream.

• Roasted pumpkin with goat cheese and thyme
  The sweet notes of pumpkin and savoury cheese find a nice balance with the tropical fruit and botrytis complexity of the wine.

• Thai curry with coconut milk and shrimps
  The soft spiciness and creaminess of the curry are softened and rounded out by the sweetness and freshness of the wine, making for a surprisingly balanced pairing.