The best wines of Rivesaltes

Discover the best wines of Rivesaltes of Languedoc-Roussillon as well as the best winemakers of Rivesaltes and estates of Rivesaltes to visit. Explore the popular grape varieties of Rivesaltes and the best vintages to taste in this region.

Top wines of Rivesaltes by region

Looking for a good wine of Rivesaltes of Languedoc-Roussillon among the top wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent wines of Rivesaltes. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be appropriate with these exceptional wines. Learn more about the region and the wines of Rivesaltes with technical and enological descriptions.

Great red wines of Rivesaltes

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Food and wine pairing with a red wine of Rivesaltes

Red wines from the region of Rivesaltes go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal such as recipes of beef strogonoff, baked lasagna or pork tenderloin with onions.

Organoleptic analysis of red wine of Rivesaltes

On the nose the red wine of the region of Rivesaltes. often reveals types of flavors of caramel, non oak or microbio and sometimes also flavors of oak, vanilla or toffee. In the mouth the red wine of the region of Rivesaltes. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in red wine of Rivesaltes

  • 1955With an average score of 4.79/5
  • 1978With an average score of 4.70/5
  • 1974With an average score of 4.60/5
  • 1969With an average score of 4.60/5
  • 1970With an average score of 4.50/5
  • 1986With an average score of 4.40/5

The most used grape varieties in red wine of Rivesaltes

  • Grenache
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Garnacha

The best wineries and winemakers for red wine of Rivesaltes

A wine route planned in the region of Rivesaltes? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best red wine of Rivesaltes.

Discovering the wine region of Rivesaltes

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.

Great white wines of Rivesaltes

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Food and wine pairing with a white wine of Rivesaltes

White wines from the region of Rivesaltes go well with generally quite well with dishes of pasta, vegetarian or poultry such as recipes of soft and inexpensive pasta gratin, quiche with bacon and gruyère cheese or chicken curry samoussas.

Organoleptic analysis of white wine of Rivesaltes

On the nose the white wine of the region of Rivesaltes. often reveals types of flavors of coffee, nutty or non oak and sometimes also flavors of earth, microbio or oak. In the mouth the white wine of the region of Rivesaltes. is a powerful.

The best vintages in white wine of Rivesaltes

  • 1978With an average score of 4.60/5
  • 1976With an average score of 4.50/5
  • 2016With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2013With an average score of 3.70/5

The most used grape varieties in white wine of Rivesaltes

  • Muscat Blanc
  • Grenache Blanc
  • Muscatel
  • Macabeo
  • Grenache
  • Gewürztraminer

The best wineries and winemakers for white wine of Rivesaltes

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Discover the grape variety: White muscat

Aromatic, refined whites with a fragrant palate and preserved acidity, showing intense, signature muscat aromas of rose, orange blossom, citrus, exotic fruits (lychee, mango), fresh grape and honey. Made as crisp dry, sparkling (Asti DOCG) and great naturally sweet wines (Beaumes-de-Venise AOC, Muscat de Rivesaltes AOC, Frontignan AOC, Lunel AOC, Samos PDO). Ancient Mediterranean variety, one of the oldest cultivated worldwide, ancestor of many muscats.

Great pink wines of Rivesaltes

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Food and wine pairing with a pink wine of Rivesaltes

Pink wines from the region of Rivesaltes go well with generally quite well with dishes of pasta, vegetarian or appetizers and snacks such as recipes of cannelloni with salmon and spinach, zucchini quiche or beetroot chips.

The best wineries and winemakers for pink wine of Rivesaltes

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Discover the grape variety: Garnacha

Generous, warm reds with an evolving ruby robe, smooth tannins and an ample palate, showing intense aromas of ripe red fruits (cherry, candied raspberry), garrigue, dry herbs, spices, liquorice and sun-drenched notes. Also in luscious rosés and sweet wines (Banyuls). Absolute star of Priorat DOQ, pillar of Rioja DOCa, Garnacha de Aragón, Campo de Borja DO, Calatayud DO and Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC. Aragonese autochthonous variety, one of the most planted worldwide.

Great sweet wines of Rivesaltes

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Food and wine pairing with a sweet wine of Rivesaltes

Sweet wines from the region of Rivesaltes go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, mature and hard cheese or rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) such as recipes of beef tournedos with boursin, titgazelle's herring and leek pie or salmon steaks with lentils.

Organoleptic analysis of sweet wine of Rivesaltes

On the nose the sweet wine of the region of Rivesaltes. often reveals types of flavors of tobacco, leather or caramel and sometimes also flavors of raisin, prune or almonds.

The best vintages in sweet wine of Rivesaltes

  • 1931With an average score of 4.80/5
  • 1946With an average score of 4.70/5
  • 1932With an average score of 4.70/5
  • 1935With an average score of 4.60/5
  • 1934With an average score of 4.60/5
  • 1933With an average score of 4.60/5

The most used grape varieties in sweet wine of Rivesaltes

  • Grenache
  • Macabeo
  • Grenache Blanc
  • Grenache Gris
  • Muscat Blanc
  • Torbato

The best wineries and winemakers for sweet wine of Rivesaltes

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The word of the wine: Oxidation

Alteration of the wine caused by prolonged contact with oxygen and resulting in a coppery colour with brown reflections and the appearance of typical aromas reminiscent of rancid nuts.

Great natural sweet wines of Rivesaltes

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Food and wine pairing with a natural-sweet wine of Rivesaltes

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 tenderloin wellington, rack of lamb with herbs or fish with madras curry and coconut milk.

Organoleptic analysis of natural-sweet wine of Rivesaltes

On the nose the natural sweet wine of 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 the natural sweet wine of the region of Rivesaltes. is a powerful with a good balance between acidity and sweetness.

The best vintages in natural-sweet wine of Rivesaltes

  • 1984With an average score of 4.70/5
  • 1991With an average score of 4.70/5
  • 1960With an average score of 4.65/5
  • 1965With an average score of 4.60/5
  • 1941With an average score of 4.60/5
  • 1940With an average score of 4.60/5

The most used grape varieties in natural-sweet wine of Rivesaltes

  • Grenache
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Mourvedre
  • Grenache Blanc
  • Grenache Gris
  • Macabeo

The best wineries and winemakers for natural-sweet wine of Rivesaltes

A wine route planned in the region of Rivesaltes? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best natural-sweet wine of Rivesaltes.

Discover the grape variety: Grenache

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.

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