Rieussec - 1983 (750ml) 2000 this is a magnificent example

this is a magnificent example of Latour

and hints of licorice as well as spice box

and black fruits intermixed with spring flowers

graphite and melted tar emerge from this dark garnet/plum-colored 1994

The 1985 behaved in this manner when young

Rieussec - 1983 (750ml) 2000 this is a magnificent example94 points Wine Spectator Nectar like if a bit on the sweet side, impressively complex, concentrated and focused. Deep gold, big, sweet and rich, with gobs of concentrated fig, brown sugar, butterscotch and oak flavor. A knockout. Robert Parker 92 points Light golden with just the slightest tint of green, the 1983 Rieussec, from an excellent year for Sauternes, is certainly one of this property's greatest wines. Well structured with excellent acidity,