1990 Rabaud Promis

The 1990 is the least impressive of the 1988, 1989 and 1990 vintages, but it is nevertheless an outstanding wine. It reveals plenty of honeyed richness, a full-blown, heavyweight style, and considerable spice. While there is a slight lack of acidity, it is a huge, full-bodied wine for drinking over the next 15 or so years. At one time, Rabaud-Promis was among the most notorious underachievers of Barsac/Sauternes. That all changed in 1986. The 1988, 1989 and 1990 vintages offer formidable evidence that Rabaud-Promis is exhibiting more consistency in quality than many of its more renowned neighbors. Wine Advocate.April, 1995

Very reticent nose exudes a delicate floral, appley quality. Quite fresh in the mouth, with good cut and flavor intensity. Flavor of apple and honey. Nicely balanced but not terribly rich or complex. Fresh, moderately sweet aftertaste.