2003 Chateau Rabaud-Promis Premier Cru Classe, Sauternes 1×37.5cl

Vinous 91

Yellow-gold. Exotic orange marmalade and marzipan aromas suggest a strong botrytis element; complicating notes of sauteed pineapple, baking spices and honeycomb. Then very sweet, pure and spicy on the palate. Not yet especially complex but I like its freshness and structure. Finishes with sneaky persistence. [Stephen Tanzer, 07/01/2006]

Wine Advocate 91

Ex-chateau bottle tasted blind in Sauternes. This bottle of Rabaud Promis is better than the one I encountered last year during the vertical at the property. Here, it has an attractive, Aszu-like bouquet with touches of fresh apricot, almond and hints of marmalade that unfold in the glass. Here, there is better delineation than previous bottles. The palate is medium-bodied with fresh quince on the entry. This demonstrates much better balance and focus than its peers with a delightful citrus freshness on the marmalade-tinged finish. Tasted April 2013. [Neal Martin, 01/06/2013]

JancisRobinson.com 16.0

Very slightly dusty/cheesy, then masses of sweetness but not much interest. Slight rusty nail character. [03/11/2005]

Anticipated maturity: 2012-2022