Muscat de Rivesaltes
A multi-faceted terroir nestled between the Spanish foothills and the Mediterranean Sea
L'AOC Muscat de Rivesaltes covers almost 99 communes in the Languedoc-Roussillon region, including 90 in the Pyrénées-Orientales département and only 9 in the Aude département. This position means that the region benefits from a wide variety of terroirs, with granitic soils composed largely of schist in the north-western communes and clay-limestone subsoils in the Corbières area. But the terroirs of Collioure and Banyuls also provide a good proportion of silica.Two grape varieties for an exceptional Muscat de Rivesaltes AOC
The appellation produces natural sweet white wines from Muscat à Petits Grains and Muscat d'Alexandrie grapes. Powerful and intense, Muscat d'Alexandrie is full-bodied, with aromas of ripe fruit, grapes and rose. Fine and fresh, Muscat à petits grains brings aromas of exotic fruits, mint and lemon.Muscat de Rivesaltes Red, rosé or white: a question of affinity
What differentiates the color of theAOC Muscat de Rivesaltes lies in the ripening time of the grape pulp in contact with the red skin of the grape variety. The Muscats de Rivesaltes red are quite powerful and allow longer cellaring for more pronounced flavors. It's all a matter of taste!More information on the Muscat de Rivesaltes
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Pietri-Geraud - Muscat de Rivesaltes 2022
1*Étoile Hachette
"The sun shines brightly on this luminous, golden-yellow Muscat. Fresh on the nose, with hints of menthol and spice (ginger), the palate is full-bodied, greedy, mellow and fruity (white-fleshed fruit, yellow peach), with a long finish of candied fruit. Perfect with a Roussillon red apricot tart". (Le Guide Hachette 2024)
Mas Amiel - Muscat de Rivesaltes 2020
3.7/5 (3 reviews)
Muscat du Mas Amiel has a nose of verbena and citrus fruit. On the palate, the attack is full of freshness, with aromas of candied lemon and bergamot, and the crunch of muscat grapes. Fresh and fruity, it's a perfect match for fruity desserts!
Domaine Fontanel - Muscat de Rivesaltes 2020
3.9/5 (9 reviews)
2*Étoiles Hachette
"Under a brilliant golden yellow hue, the aromas appear intense and fresh, with notes of exotic fruits (pineapple) and almond blossom. On the palate, the attack is greedy, followed by a perfect balance between freshness and smoothness". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2022)
Terres Plurielles - Muscat de Rivesaltes Éclat 2020
3.8/5 (6 reviews)
This blend of equal parts Muscat Petit Grain and Muscat d'Alexandrie seduces with its intensely fruity aromatic palette of marshmallow, wild strawberry, pear and exotic fruit. Elegant, fine and fresh, with good fullness. Ideal as an aperitif.
Domaine Les Mille Vignes - Muscat Petit Grains 2017 (50 cl)
16,5/20 RVF
" Muscat grain in its purest state, floral and elegant with 100 g of sugar/l very well integrated for an airy sensation." (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2020 - RVF) Light and delicate, this perfectly balanced Muscat Petit Grains will be the ideal finishing touch to your festive meals, with elegance and subtlety!
Domaine Seguela - Muscat de Rivesaltes Cuvée Anaïs 2016
3.8/5 (4 reviews)
Adorned with a golden color, Cuvée Anaïs reveals aromas of fresh apricots that evolve into hints of mint. The palate is lively and floral, with hints of freshly picked Muscat grapes. Its length makes it a perfect match for foie gras or lemony desserts.
Mas Bécha - Classique blanc 2014 (vin doux naturel)
3/5 (3 reviews)
A blend of Muscat Petits Grains and Muscat d'Alexandrie, Classique Blanc combines powerful aromas with delicate floral notes. On the palate, the sugar is ideally blended into the wine's structure, thanks to a lovely freshness that brings harmony and balance to this cuvée. A lovely Muscat de Rivesaltes!
Mas Amiel - Muscat doux 2012
4.1/5 (15 reviews)
15/20 RVF
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14,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve
"Lovely citron nose, all finesse and aromatic cleanliness, pure, aperitif but don't ask it for the generosity of real dessert wines." (Le Guide Bettane & Desseauve des Vins de France 2015). This fresh, pale-yellow Muscat reveals a nose of verbena and citrus, accompanied by a sparklingly fresh attack on the palate, where the aromatics take shape around candied lemon and bergamot. The crunch of muscat grapes is palpable...
Domaine La Casenove - Muscat de Rivesaltes 2011
3.9/5 (11 reviews)
14/20 RVF
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88/100 Robert Parker
The estate's Muscats are made to age. The grapes are picked at the peak of ripeness to extract their characteristic candied fruit aromas. A naturally sweet wine that's a perfect match for foie gras and desserts... A delicacy to discover without delay!