Arnaud de Villeneuve - Rivesaltes Ambré 1970 (VDN)
Roussillon
White
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3*Coup de Coeur
Hachette
"We've waited almost half a century to discover this splendid amber. Admittedly, the original blond gold has taken on the amber color with auburn highlights of the patina of time, but the look is still lively, brilliant and welcoming. On the nose, the aromas of white flowers and fresh fruit have disappeared, replaced by softer scents of honey, gingerbread, candied orange and incense, though still with the original "spiciness" of Morello cherry. A note that can also be perceived in a devilishly melted and tender palate, surprisingly ample and supple, with a lovely freshness to back it up. A Rivesaltes of magnificent finesse, a beautiful wine to touch. (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2019)
Features
Estate
Arnaud de Villeneuve
Cuvée
Ambré
Vintage
1970
Designation
Rivesaltes
Region
Roussillon
Grape varieties
Grenache Blanc, Grenache Gris, Macabeu
Terroirs
Vineyards on the Roussillon plain between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean coastline
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
At optimum maturity
Winemaking
Traditional white, temperature-controlled fermentation
Breeding
In vats for a few years, then in oak barrels, bottled in July 2017
Alcohol content
16.50%
Residual sugars
143 g/l
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Deep amber with orange highlights
Nose
Powerful and complex, with notes of rancio, turmeric, coffee and woody roasting.
Mouth
Harmonious, full-bodied and rich, with aromas of dried fruit, walnut, rancio and hints of dried apricot, long finish.
Serve
AT 15°C
Drink from
2018
Drink before
2030+
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with chocolate desserts or on its own, at the end of a meal, to accompany any moment of conviviality.
Arnaud de Villeneuve
Rivesaltes
Expert opinion
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2019 guide) 3*Coup de Coeur (Exceptional wine)
Domaine noté Award-winning wines (Wines from this producer regularly win awards in the guide)
About the wine:
Almost half a century of waiting to discover this splendid amber. Admittedly, the original blond gold has taken on the amber color with auburn highlights of the patina of time, but the look is still lively, bright and welcoming. On the nose, the aromas of white flowers and fresh fruit have disappeared, replaced by softer scents of honey, gingerbread, candied orange and incense, though still with the original "spiciness" of Morello cherry. A note that can also be perceived in a devilishly melted and tender palate, surprisingly ample and supple, with a lovely freshness to back it up. A Rivesaltes of magnificent finesse, a fine wine to touch.
About the domain :
Resulting from the merger of three caves, this cooperative bears the name of the inventor of vins doux naturels, Arnaud de Villeneuve. It brings together 320 winegrowers from Salses, Rivesaltes and Pézilla-la-Rivière, who cultivate some 2,000 hectares of vines (including 125 ha of organic vines) spread over 26 communes and a variety of terroirs.
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