Rivesaltes Ambré 1980, 'Cuvée Aimé Cazes', Domaine Cazes

Rivesaltes Ambré 1980 Cuvée Aimé Cazes Domaine Cazes

Rivesaltes Ambré 1980, 'Cuvée Aimé Cazes', Domaine Cazes

🇫🇷 AOP RIVESALTES | Roussillon  | France
Nearly forty years in foudre have given this amber Rivesaltes its hue and its notes of dried fruit, mocha and noble rancio. The palate stays concentrated and generous.
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DESCRIPTION

History

Founded in 1895 in Rivesaltes, Maison Cazes is today one of the great names of Roussillon. With this Cuvée Aimé Cazes 1980, the estate pays tribute to its family heritage and over a century of expertise in crafting amber Vins Doux Naturels.

Vinification

Made from a blend of Grenache Gris (70%), Grenache Blanc (20%), and Macabeu (10%), the grapes were harvested at full maturity, destemmed, and lightly crushed before pressing. Mutage preserved the natural sugars of the grapes. The wine then aged for nearly forty years in oak casks, developing a uniquely rich aromatic profile.

Tasting Notes

The amber-colored robe with copper highlights opens onto a complex nose of dried fruits, mocha, and toasted notes. On the palate, the wine is concentrated and generous, combining intensity and elegance, with a long, persistent finish on noble rancio. Perfect as a digestif, this Rivesaltes pairs wonderfully with orangettes, chocolate desserts, or aged cheeses. A beloved cuvée among enthusiasts (average 4.5/5 on Vivino), this vintage is sure to captivate collectors seeking wines full of emotion.

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CHARACTERISTICS

Country

France

Region

Roussillon

Appellation

AOP RIVESALTES

Vintage

1980

Grape Variety

White/Grey Grenache

ABV

16%

Category

Natural sweet wine

Volume

75cl

Style

Balanced

Allergens

Sulfites

Storing Instructions

To drink and to keep

Ageing

Oxidative

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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