Chateau
Rieussec is known for producing noble sweet Sauternes wines of high quality.
The wines are made primarily from the Semillon grape, complemented by Sauvignon Blanc and
Muscadelle, and is carefully monitored to ensure that the grapes are attacked by noble
rot, a specific type of rot that contributes to the wine's character
sweetness and complexity. Château Rieussec is classified as a premier cru i
Bordeaux's official classification of 1855, placing it among the
most prestigious producers of Sauternes wines in the world.
