20 years in oak under open sky gives this Rivesaltes a rancio character no young wine can imitate - only time itself can build that kind of depth.
Expert's Description
Rivesaltes Ambré 20 Years from Sélection Parcé Frères is a Dessert Wine from southern France made from Grenache Gris, Grenache Blanc and Macabeu, bottled at 16% ABV.
The vines are old, grown in schist-rich soil near the town of Rivesaltes, planted densely and mixed across several grape varieties within the same plot. The wine has aged for a minimum of 20 years in oak casks under oxidative conditions, giving it a pronounced rancio character - a nutty, deep and lightly oxidised profile that only emerges through long ageing.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Rich notes of nuts, honey and dates.
Palate
Full and fresh at once, with layers of caramel, dried fruit and nuts.
Finish
Long, with a fine amber-gold depth.
Serving & Food Pairing
Serve at 12-14°C in a small dessert glass. Pairs especially well with blue cheese, foie gras, apricot tart and dark chocolate.
Specifications
Name: Rivesaltes Ambré 20 Years
Producer/Winery: Sélection Parcé Frères
Region/Country: Rivesaltes, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Rivesaltes, Vin Doux Naturel
Grape Variety(ies): Grenache Gris, Grenache Blanc, Macabeu
ABV: 16%
Size: 75 CL
Oak Ageing: Minimum 20 years, oak
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 12-14°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: Dessert Glass
Flavour Profile
Amber-Gold · Nutty · Complex · Rancio
Did You Know?
The rancio character this Rivesaltes is known for only develops through long, controlled oxidation in cask - a style that demands a patience few modern winemakers practise today.
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