Rieussec, Sauternes 2005 Zinfandel 94 points Wine & Spirits

94 points Wine & Spirits

9% alcohol

blackberries and blueberries with toasty oak

Everything reviewed here comes warmly recommended

floral and somewhat honeyed with delicate notes of pear and apple

Rieussec, Sauternes 2005 Zinfandel 94 points Wine & Spirits97 points Wine Advocate The 2005 Rieussec is a blend of 90% Semillon, 8% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle picked between 23 September and 27 October. It has a fabulous bouquet that is mineral rich and tensile. The palate repeats its performance from last year: focused, tense, laden with botrytis rich fruit with a crystalline and sorbet fresh finish that seals the deal. One of the best releases from the estate in recent years. (NM) (1 2017) 96 points