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1979 Chateau Rieussec, Sauternes, France
Wine Notes
First Growth. Premier Cru Classe in 1855. Ownership: Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite).
Search Rank 69
Over all vintages, this was the
69th most popular wine on Wine-Searcher last year.
Search rank last month: 61st
Score: 87.
The Wine-Searcher score of
87/100
is based on the following wine critic
score:
| Critic | Score |
| CellarTracker | 89/100 (9 notes from 7 users ) |
Price History for 1979 Chateau Rieussec
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Grape Variety: Sauvignon Blanc - Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc – Semillon is a classic blend of two white grape varieties, most famously produced in France and Australia. The blend is versatile and may be manipulated to produce exceptional sweet wines in Sauternes and Barsac, and dry wines from Bordeaux and Western Australia. Dry Sauvignon – Semillon wines are fresh in their youth, yet robust enough to age for up to ten years. Some of the more ... more
Region Hierarchy
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Sauternes wine region
Sauternes is a village located 40 miles to the south of the city of Bordeaux in south-western France. Its vineyards are dedicated to the production of the highest-quality dessert wines.
According to the strict Sauternes appellation laws, four grape varieties may be used: Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle and Sauvignon Gris. Semillon is by far the dominant variety here, because it is the most susceptible to the 'noble rot' (botrytis cinerea), which dries out the grapes and thus concentrates their flavors. Sauvign ... more
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Graves wine region
Graves is a sub-region of the Bordeaux wine region in south-western France. The name is also used in the appellation AOC Graves, which applies to both red and white wines. The name is derived from the area's gravel soils, which help to create the distinctive profile of Graves wines – particularly those made from ... more
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