Rieussec Vintage:2004 Not one to put away

Not one to put away and age

(from En Gémeaux

but promises great aging potential

This utterly delicious yet serious effort is highly recommended

Rieussec Vintage:2004 Not one to put awayThe 2008 Rieussec is a blend of 86% Semillon, 12% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle picked from 29 September until 14 November over four or five pickings. The nose seemed to have closed down since I last encountered it in 2012, quite earthy and resinous, lacking some spark. The palate is much better with sour lemon and quince on the entry, a touch of patisserie, strangely making me think of Danish pastry towards the well defined finish. This 2008 is a