Rieussec - 2001 (750ml) France a bright beam of cherry-tinged

a bright beam of cherry-tinged toasty flavors shining through the lively finish

The 2003s appear to be somewhat in the style of the 1990s

Pure orange peel

dried fig and a touch of black pepper on the beautifully refined finish

Dark ruby-colored with purple hues

Rieussec - 2001 (750ml) France a bright beam of cherry-tingedA monumental effort, the 2001 Rieussec boasts a light to medium gold color in addition to a fabulous perfume of honeysuckle, smoky oak, caramelized tropical fruits, creme brulee, and Grand Marnier. The wine is massive and full bodied yet neither over the top nor heavy because of good acidity. With intense botrytis as well as a 70 75 second finish, this amazing Sauternes will be its apogee between 2010 2035. Robert Parker 99 points