Muscat de Rivesaltes 2017, Juliette
Muscat de Rivesaltes 2017, Juliette
Price: 27,50€
DESCRIPTION
History
With the Juliette 2017 cuvée, Bruno Cazes continues the legacy of the family estate founded in 1895, a pioneer of organic and biodynamic practices in Roussillon. The grapes come from the clay-limestone terraces at the foot of the Corbières, a sun-drenched terroir swept by the Tramontane wind, ideal for revealing the generosity of Muscat.
Vinification
Made from a blend of Muscat of Alexandria (70%) and Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains (30%), this natural sweet wine is carefully vinified: direct pressing, low-temperature fermentation, and mutage in the liquid phase to preserve primary aromas. Aging on fine lees for 4–5 months adds texture and balance, followed by rapid bottling to maintain brightness and freshness.
Tasting Notes
The pale gold color reveals a floral and fruity nose, combining ripe citrus, exotic fruits, and subtle menthol hints. On the palate, it is round and fresh, finishing with an elegantly spiced note.
Ideal as an aperitif, it also pairs beautifully with Roquefort, a white fruit tart, or a vanilla dessert. 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 color, aromas of white flowers and citrus, a sweet and fresh palate with an elegant finish. Ideal as an aperitif or served with a fruity dessert.
