Rivesaltes Ambré 1988, Arnaud de Villeneuve

Rivesaltes Ambré 1988 Arnaud de Villeneuve

Rivesaltes Ambré 1988, Arnaud de Villeneuve

🇫🇷 AOP RIVESALTES | Roussillon  | France
Traditional blend of Roussillon white grape varieties (aged 30 years). Amber-copper hue with intense notes of rancio, walnut, dried fig, and gingerbread, delivering a full-bodied, complex fortified sweet wine with a long finish.
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DESCRIPTION

History

The 1988 Rivesaltes Ambré from Arnaud de Villeneuve embodies the richness of Roussillon’s great natural sweet wines. Aged 30 years in large casks and barrels before bottling in 2018, this rare vintage reflects the patience and expertise of the cooperative’s winemakers. It was awarded 91/100 by Gilbert & Gaillard and 2 stars in the Guide Hachette 2020.

Vinification

Made from a traditional blend of Roussillon white grape varieties, this wine is produced with destemming and direct pressing, followed by mutage on the must to preserve its aromatic richness. Aging in concrete tanks, large casks, and barrels has shaped its complex and deep profile.

Tasting Notes

The amber color with copper highlights precedes an intense nose of rancio, walnuts, dried figs, and gingerbread. On the palate, it charms with its breadth and complexity: fresh hazelnuts, hints of candied orange, and a long finish on noble rancio.
A contemplative wine, equally enjoyable on its own or with foie gras, orange cake, or honey pastries.

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CHARACTERISTICS

Country

France

Region

Roussillon

Appellation

AOP RIVESALTES

Vintage

1988

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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