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Carmes de Rieussec

2010 Sauternes White Blend

Carmes de Rieussec is a delightful white blend from the renowned Sauternes region, captivating wine enthusiasts with its brilliant golden hue. The 2010 vintage displays a full-bodied character, seamlessly integrating a high level of acidity that brings a refreshing brightness to every sip. With prominent fruit intensity, this wine offers luscious notes of apricot, honey, and citrus, creating a harmonious palate that is both complex and approachable. The off-dry profile enhances the experience, allowing the sweetness to balance beautifully with the vibrant acidity, while soft, delicate tannins provide a gentle structure. This wine is a testament to the mastery of Sauternes winemaking, making it an enchanting choice for those who appreciate rich yet refined white wines.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Honey

Honey

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin High

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Bordeaux
Bordeaux

Probably the world's most famous wine region, Bordeaux is a true powerhouse of French quality. While Bordeaux is home to some of the country's most expensive bottles, it is also possible to find great-value wines from small producers. Almost all red and white wines from Bordeaux are blends. Reds tend to be a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. But just as important as the blends are the quality of the region's terroir and unique winemaking techniques. The Bordeaux region is divided by the Gironde River into two main parts. Cabernet Sauvignon reigns supreme on the Left Bank, while Merlot dominates the Right Bank. White wines are usually a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon.

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