| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | France > Vin Doux Naturel > Rivesaltes |
| Type | Fortified |
The 1990 Rivesaltes has a pretty bouquet with Seville orange marmalade, orange blossom and light rosewater scents. Very fine delineation. The palate is medium-bodied and fresh with fine tannins and good tension. This veers into a more elegant style of Rivesaltes, with a finish that is akin to a spicy Sauternes. Recommended. Drink 2025-2045.
50:50 Grenaches Noir and Blanc.
Darker tawny than most. Rich and pruney on the nose. Very sweet and simpler than many with quite a bit of chew on the end. Relatively young! (JR)
A hint of rancio on the nose here but the focus is on dried fig and apricot, together with a lightly nutty savoury quality. Glossy on the palate, this is fine yet intense, with an almost Madeira-like quality. Focusing to the finish, this is long and fine a very moreish glass of wine with a saline note that lingers and prompts another glass.
