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Rivesaltes Sainte Lucie (Domaine) 1971
16%
0.75L
Intensity
An incredible Rivesaltes which evolves with the years. Unusual, delicious aromas are lifted by unparalleled unctuosity. Pair with chocolate desserts or cheeses.
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Lot presentation
Rivesaltes Sainte Lucie (Domaine) 1971
The wine
Tasted young, this Rivesaltes – the natural sweet wine produced in the Roussillon – unveils intense aromas of very ripe, even stewed, fruits. On the palate, its unctuosity brings further richness. This is the perfect wine to drink with characterful meats cooked with fruit or with chocolate desserts.
About the Producer Sainte-Lucie
Domaine Sainte Lucie was a family affair from 1880 to 1980. It was towards the end of the 1880s that a certain Vallarino purchased the property before passing it on to his daughter and son-in-law, Michel Nicolas, in 1920. Their sons, Jean, Jacques and Pierre managed the vineyard and winery until 1990, when it was split up. On this occasion, the oak casks containing the property's precious reserves were transferred to the three respective cellars of the Nicolas children. More recently, a meticulous bottling, worthy of the quality of these wines was carried out with a view to their sale. Domaine Sainte Lucie, near Canohès, lies on 140 hectares consisting of loess from the Aspres hills and two pebbly terraces from the Têt and Tech rivers. In terms of grape varieties, the property has been shaped by the two world wars. In 1918, at the end of the First World War, Michel Nicolas decided to specialize in Vins Doux de Rivesaltes, produced mainly from Grenache Gris, Grenache Blanc, and Malvoisie du Roussillon. After the Second World War, some Macabeo and Muscat of Alexandria vines were planted.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity : 1 bottle
Level : 1 Low neckObservations : 1 Slightly marked label, 1 Marginally damaged labelOrigin : private individual
Type of cellar : underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT : no
Original wooden case / Original case : no
French customs seal : yes
Alcohol percentage : 16 %
Region : Roussillon
Appellation : Rivesaltes
Owner : Sainte Lucie (Domaine)
Vintage : 1971
Colour : amber
Ageing potential : drink until 2100
Service temperature : 13°
Intensity : fortified wine
Leading aroma : nuts
Tasting occasion : wine to sip