| Appellation |
Sauternes |
| Area under vine |
80 hectares |
Production
|
10,000 cases |
Soil
|
Sandy-gravel soil with a clay sub-soil |
| Cepages |
80% Semillon, 20% Sauvignon |
Elevage
|
18-20 months in barrel 50% are new for each vintage |
| 1855 Classification |
First growth |
‘Today it comes as no surprise to see that back in 1855 Rayne Vigneau was rated in 3rd position among the First Growths. The wine is a typical high-class Bommes, combining the richness of Sauternes with the racy peachiness of Barsac, yet with intensity and in this case a finesse all of its own.’
Clive Coates MW
www.raynevigneau.fr – attractive website with good information
2007 VINTAGE
Robert Parker (Rating 92)
2008 tasting. This has a rounded nose of apple-blossom, honey, peach and a touch of elderflower. Good definition although it could do with more vivacity. The palate is medium-bodied, good acidity with a certain delicacy and sophistication to it. Lively and zesty towards the finish. Crisp, minerally towards the finish that is streamlined and economical. Good length.
Wine Spectator (Rating 92-95)
Barrel sample. Lively aromas and flavours of green apples, limes, papaya and honey. Full-bodied, yet balanced and medium sweet. Spicy and rich. Very long. Rayne-VIgneau is making better wine each vintage.
