Rivesaltes La Sobilane (Domaine) 1955
16%
0.75L
Intensity
A superbly balanced Rivesaltes that has retained its traditional rancio and prune aromas and spicy notes. A delightful way to finish a meal or to accompany spicy foods or chocolate desserts.
More infoThe terroir of this Rivesaltes rests on clay-limestone soil with variations of brown and black shale. The vines flourish in this Mediterranean climate, in warm and dry summers as well as in gentle winters. Like all Rivesaltes, this benefits from aging called "oxidative" which involves letting the wine breathe for considerable time to modify the aromas. The fermentation is stopped artificially by adding neutral alcohol to the grape juice...so many of the sugars stop being transformed into alcohol, giving the wine its sweetness.
Lot presentation
Rivesaltes La Sobilane (Domaine) 1955
The wine
The terroir of this Rivesaltes rests on clay-limestone soil with variations of brown and black shale. The vines flourish in this Mediterranean climate, in warm and dry summers as well as in gentle winters. Like all Rivesaltes, this benefits from aging called "oxidative" which involves letting the wine breathe for considerable time to modify the aromas. The fermentation is stopped artificially by adding neutral alcohol to the grape juice...so many of the sugars stop being transformed into alcohol, giving the wine its sweetness.
About the Producer La Sobilane
La Sobilane's glory days date back to its old vintages from the end of the Second World War. The estate is in Perpignan, and now belongs to Mauricette Daniel. Located at the heart of Roussillon, the domain produces excellent vins doux naturels, particularly in the Rivesaltes appellation.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservation: 1 NormalOrigin: domain
Recoverable VAT: yes
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: no
Alcohol percentage: 16 %
Region: Roussillon
Appellation: Rivesaltes
Owner: La Sobilane (Domaine)
Vintage: 1955
Colour: red
Service temperature: 14°
Intensity: fortified wine
Leading aroma: nuts
Tasting occasion: wine to sip