| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | France > Vin Doux Naturel > Rivesaltes |
| Type | Fortified |
The 1948 Rivesaltes from Chateau Prieure du Monastir del Camp has more intensity on the nose compared to the 1948 with prune, fresh dates, camphor and quince - utterly glorious! The palate is very well balanced with superb weight. There is a gentle grip in the mouth, suggesting a little more backbone than the '50, with tangy Seville orange marmalade, cloves, Chinese 5-spice and then it winds down to a gentle finish that urges another sip. Delicious.
Mahogany red, tawny rim, burnt orange peel nose, warm and smooth on the palate with nicely lifted acidity, a little softer than the 1950.
This fabulous old Rivesaltes was produced from 70% black Grenache and the rest white grapes and not bottled until 2013. A mahogany brown colour with intense sweetness and complexity.
