1983 Rieussec[750]

[sedhed]

My wife and I are planning to have this tonight but I don't think we'll drink it all. How long can I keep this in the frig. after tonight?
Thanks

[winoweenie]

Buy a Private Preserve and squirt that sucker
then it'll probably go for 2-3 days. You in the wuss mode? WW

[sedhed]

We started the night with a 1990 Guigal Hermitage with steak and mushrooms. About an hour latter, we were going to have some Champange but decided to go to the Sauturne.
We went to the back porch facing the swimming pool and turned all the lights off except the underwater pool light. This made the water turn a shimmering iridescent aqua color. There was a light rain falling and the raindprops sparked like fireflies when they hit the pool water. Of course, the cat had to climb up between us to share in the experience. The dogs were not sure of the new lighting and kept a sharp nose out for intruders to protect the homefront.
The Riesussec was a midium dark gold color at 14%. The aroma was predominately of apricot and pears. The taste was full bodied and rich but the acidity balanced the wine beautifully. We could detect the taste of apricot, pears , fresh figs and dates. The finish was very long with a carmel buttery after taste. It reminded me of a candy apple using carmel and green apples. One of the best wine experiences we've had.

[This message has been edited by sedhed (edited 02-15-2004).]

[winoweenie]

83 was a great year for German Ice Wines and Sauternes. The Rieussec is IMHO second only to d'Yquem in consistancy. Sounds like a great evening. Was there any left?WW

[sedhed]

We skipped the bubbly so there is none left. It took us literally two hours to drink it. It was so good, we took only very small sips each time we tasted it. Price tag was still on it; $49.99 at b-21 Tarpon Springs circa 1995. Worth the nine year wait.

[Thomas]

Sounds great!

[wondersofwine]

Just saw this post. The wine sounds fabulous with your descriptive wording and the romantic setting must have only added to the pleasure.

[sedhed]

The wine probably was just average but the setting made it outstanding. Or It's so subjective that both wine and setting were outstanding. If I can get my hands on another '83 Rieussec, I'll find out.