Muscat de Rivesaltes 2001 Domaine Cazes
Muscat de Rivesaltes 2001 Domaine Cazes
Price: 85,00€
DESCRIPTION
History
Founded in 1895 in Rivesaltes, Maison Cazes is now an essential reference in Roussillon. Nestled at the foot of the Corbières, its 220-hectare vineyard rests on clay-limestone soils mixed with schist and rolled pebbles, providing an ideal terroir for producing exceptional Vins Doux Naturels. A pioneer in organic and biodynamic viticulture since 1997, the estate crafts authentic and precise cuvées that fully express the richness of Roussillon.
Vinification
Made from Muscat d’Alexandrie and Muscat à Petits Grains, this wine is produced through direct pressing, low-temperature fermentation, and mutage in both liquid and solid phases to preserve natural sugars and the finest aromas. After a 24-hour skin maceration and careful aging, it reveals a full-bodied and balanced structure.
Tasting Notes
The 2001 Muscat de Rivesaltes delights with intense aromas of quince, candied citrus, and white fruits, enhanced by a subtle minty note on the finish. On the palate, it is concentrated and fresh, combining volume and elegance. Ideal as an aperitif, it pairs beautifully with foie gras, Roquefort, white fruit desserts, vanilla pastries, or can be enjoyed as a digestif. A wine for contemplation, rated 17.5/20 by Guide Bettane & Desseauve, showcasing the unique expertise of Cazes.
REGION
Roussillon
France
Rivesaltes is one of the great vins doux naturels of Roussillon. Made mainly from Grenache, Macabeu and Malvoisie, it comes in amber, tawny, garnet and rosé styles. Aged for a long time, old Rivesaltes reveal unique aromas of candied fruit, walnut and rancio, the oxidative note sought by connoisseurs. Alongside them, Muscat de Rivesaltes, with its own AOC since 1956, offers another side, all freshness with scents of grape, citrus and white flowers. Together they form a rare wine heritage, perfect for lovers of wines built to age and historic vintages.
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