Chateau Rieussec 2008 Sauternes

Chateau Rieussec has been making wines for a very long time, going back to the days of Carmelite monks way back in the 18th Century. It is one of the most notable names in Sauternes and was given Premier Cru status in the 1855 classification of Bordeaux. Made of a blend of 85% Semillon, 12% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle it has flavours of sour candied lemon, marmalade, white flowers and ripe peaches.