Bright amber. The deepest wine in this collection. Aeration (decant this wine) revealed orange notes and notable acidity – quite open and evolved. Very long. Makes a big impression even if not very fine or subtle. Big, bold throat-warmer. Seems fully developed. Long and powerful – more alcohol than sweetness.

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 and a deep long rich full-bodied viscous texture this wine despite the richness and power is neither heavy nor cloying. It has gorgeous balance and a very long lingering spectacular finish. One of the great successes of the vintage. Anticipated maturity: Now-2005. Last tasted 3/88.