Discover the top 100 best natural sweet wines of Rivesaltes of Rivesaltes as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the natural sweet wines that are popular of Rivesaltes and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Great Roussillon appellation for Vins Doux Naturels, ~5,200 ha across Pyrénées-Orientales and Aude. Mutage with neutral spirit halts fermentation. 4 signature styles: Grenat on black Grenache with intense notes of candied cherry, kirsch and cocoa; oxidative Tuilé with prune, coffee, walnut and caramel; Ambré (white Grenache) with honey, candied orange, dried fruits; fruity Rosé strawberry. Exceptional ageing (10-50 years).
Chic aperitif and chocolate dessert pairing.
Supple, sun-drenched reds with a deep ruby robe, smooth tannins and moderate acidity, with intense aromas of ripe red fruit (strawberry, raspberry, candied cherry), garrigue (thyme, bay), white pepper, kirsch and soft spice. Ample, warm palate. Absolute pillar of Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, Gigondas, Côtes-du-Rhône, Tavel rosé, Priorat DOQ, Rioja (as Garnacha) and star of naturally sweet wines (Banyuls, Maury, Rasteau). Autochthonous Mediterranean variety from Aragon.
natural sweet wines from the region of Rivesaltes go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food such as recipes of beef tournedos with boursin, leg of lamb with crust or keftas tajine with eggs.
On the nose in the region of Rivesaltes often reveals types of flavors of cherry, tobacco or licorice and sometimes also flavors of dark chocolate, raspberry or raisin. In the mouth in the region of Rivesaltes is a powerful with a good balance between acidity and sweetness.
