Chateau Rieussec 1998

Château Rieussec 1998 is a classic sweet wine from the Sauternes region, bearing the signature of the renowned Château Rieussec, a winery that has belonged to the Rothschild family for many years. The 1998 vintage combines concentrated botrytis with fresh acidity, achieving a fine balance of sweetness and brilliance. As a representative of the region, Rieussec is considered an elegant, complex, and age-worthy wine; critics such as Falstaff, Robert Parker, Jancis Robinson, Jeff Leve, and Wine Spectator praise its depth and harmony.

The tasting reveals a rich bouquet of ripe apricots, honey, orange blossom, and botrytis aromas, complemented by notes of roasted almonds and candied citrus fruits. On the palate, the wine is creamy and opulent, yet supported by a balanced acidity; the sweetness is warm and integrated, and the finish is long, elegant, and characterized by a nutty aftertaste.

Food pairing recommendation: Foie gras, aged cheeses, desserts with honey or apricot, and almond or nut tarts. This wine complements the sweetness and richness of the dishes without overpowering them, and lends the dessert a particularly refined texture.