The Château Rieussec 1988 is a Sauternes of impressive maturity and structure, evoking the classically elegant notes of this winery. Its color shimmers a deep golden yellow with a light amber hue, a testament to the years of bottle aging and the intense aromas of this vintage. The nose unfolds with a complex bouquet of dried apricots, candied citrus fruits, honey, and a delicate note of vanilla and almonds, accompanied by a hint of saffron and light smoke.

On the palate, the 1988 vintage presents a dense, silky texture and balanced sweetness, supported by lively acidity. Aromas of honey, dried fruit, and lightly caramelized almonds are rich and concentrated, leading to a wonderfully long finish characterized by subtle spice and gentle minerality.

This vintage is an excellent accompaniment to foie gras, mature cheeses, and sweet fruit-based desserts. With over three decades of bottle aging, Château Rieussec 1988 has fully developed its complexity and is ready to be enjoyed now, although it still has further potential for additional years of ageing.