Muscat de Rivesaltes 2014, Juliette
Muscat de Rivesaltes 2014, Juliette
Price: 32,50€
DESCRIPTION
History
The 2014 Juliette cuvée pays tribute to the historic expertise of the Cazes family in crafting natural sweet wines. Sourced from vineyards on the clay-limestone terraces of Roussillon, at the foot of the Corbières, it expresses both Mediterranean generosity and the freshness of this terroir, swept by the Tramontane wind.
Vinification
Made from Muscat of Alexandria (70%) and Muscat à Petits Grains (30%), the grapes are hand-harvested and then destemmed. Fermentation is carefully controlled (18–20 °C) with skin maceration and mutage in liquid phase to preserve the fruit. Aging on fine lees, with regular bâtonnage, adds roundness and balance. Bottling occurs within six months, ensuring a wine bursting with freshness.
Tasting Notes
The pale gold color opens to an intense nose of white flowers, fresh grape, and citrus zest. On the palate, a beautiful harmony between sweetness and liveliness reveals notes of honey, peach, and exotic fruits. The finish is long and fresh, marked by the typical character of Muscat. Ideal as an aperitif, with foie gras, apricot tart, or blue cheeses. Serve chilled (8–10 °C).
REGION
Roussillon
France
Le Rivesaltes est l’un des grands vins doux naturels du Roussillon. Issu principalement de Grenache, Macabeu et Malvoisie, il se décline en styles ambrés, tuilés, grenats ou rosés. Vieillis longuement, les vieux Rivesaltes révèlent des arômes uniques de fruits confits, de noix et de rancio, cette note oxydative recherchée par les amateurs. À leurs côtés, le Muscat de Rivesaltes qui dispose de son AOC propre depuis 1956, propose une autre facette tout en fraîcheur et en parfums de raisin, d’agrumes et de fleurs blanches. Ensemble, ils composent un patrimoine viticole rare, parfait pour les amateurs de vins de garde et de millésimes historiques.
Recommended for you:
Pale gold color, with aromas of white flowers and citrus, a generous palate of honey, peach, and exotic fruits. A fresh and long finish makes this 2014 Muscat an elegant wine for aperitifs, desserts, or cheeses.
