2022, Château Rieussec, SAUTERNES, 1er Grand Cru Classé

Sémillon 91%, Sauvignon blanc 9%

Intense and concentrated, orange blossom, truffle, citrus confit, marmalade, a luscious Rieussec from a vintage where Sauternes had to be patient for the noble rot to arrive. Estate director Jean de Roquefeuille has left Rieussec, with the Sauternes property now headed up by Mathieu Crosnier. New bottle shape also since the (excellent quality) 2019 vintage.
93 Jane Anson.

The 2022 Rieussec has a precise bouquet with mineral-infused honeyed fruit, and hints of oyster shell tucked under that botrytis. The palate is medium-bodied with a viscous opening, crisp acidity, very harmonious with neatly integrated oak. Lively on the finish, but I feel this will need bottle age to cohere. Patience required.
93-95 Neal Martin, Vinous.

Bright lemon, floral orange blossom and fleshy peach - juicy with caramelised edges and soft touches of salty minerality that gives a nice contrast. Unctuous and rich, smooth and focussed with great density and sweetness overall.
93 Georgina Hindle, Decanter Magazine.