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1986 Riveyrac Rivesaltes

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The 1986 Riveyrac Rivesaltes is a stunning fortified wine with a rich bouquet of dried figs, orange peel, roasted nuts, and caramel, layered with hints of spice and rancio. The palate is luscious yet balanced, offering a silky texture and a long, warming finish with incredible complexity. This is a beautifully matured Rivesaltes that showcases the age-worthy potential of Grenache-based fortified wines from the Languedoc.
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Riveyrac

Estate

Riveyrac has roots tracing back to the 18th century, gaining renown for its fortified wines. The estate was instrumental in preserving traditional winemaking techniques during periods of modernization, maintaining its dedication to authentic craftsmanship. Over generations, it became a benchmark for producing high-quality Rivesaltes, reflecting the heritage of the region. Its enduring legacy highlights a balance between historical practices and a forward-thinking approach to sustainability.

1965

Rich, Timeless Elegance

The 1965 vintage in Roussillon was marked by a relatively cool growing season with moderate rainfall, resulting in healthy and well-ripened grapes for fortified wines. Long maturation in large barrels has further developed this wine’s unique oxidative character, showcasing the terroir's ability to create wines of exceptional longevity. The result is a wine that bridges freshness and complexity, revealing layer upon layer of flavor.

1966

Elegant Oxidative Complexity

The 1966 vintage in Roussillon was marked by warm, sunny conditions that allowed the Grenache grapes to achieve exceptional ripeness. Extended aging in large casks has enhanced its oxidative complexity, showcasing the region’s ability to craft long-lived fortified wines. This vintage offers a perfect blend of freshness, richness, and depth.

1980

Complex, elegant, beautifully aged vintage

The 1980 vintage in Rivesaltes saw steady, moderate conditions that allowed for a balanced ripening of the Grenache grapes used in this fortified wine. The result is a vintage marked by finesse and the oxidative complexity that defines long-lived Rivesaltes. This year produced wines of incredible depth, with a balance of richness and freshness.

1981

Complex, oxidative, gracefully aged vintage

The 1981 vintage in Rivesaltes experienced a warm and steady growing season, producing ripe, healthy grapes ideal for long-lived fortified wines. The oxidative maturation process has further enhanced the wine’s complexity, showcasing the region’s signature richness and balance of sweetness and acidity. This vintage is a testament to the enduring quality of traditional Rivesaltes winemaking.

1986

Rich, complex, perfectly aged vintage

The 1986 vintage in Rivesaltes experienced warm conditions, allowing for optimal ripeness of the Grenache grapes. These ideal growing conditions contributed to concentrated flavors and exceptional balance, key for crafting long-lived fortified wines. This vintage highlights the region’s ability to produce wines with remarkable richness and oxidative complexity over decades.

1988

Warm & Exceptionally Balanced

The 1988 vintage in Roussillon benefited from a warm, sunny growing season with minimal rainfall, allowing the Grenache grapes to ripen to perfection. This dry, Mediterranean climate concentrated sugars and flavors in the berries, yielding wines with remarkable depth and aging potential. Riveyrac’s mastery of the terroir is evident in this release, with its balance of richness and freshness.

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