{"product_id":"rivesaltes-ambr-15-years-old","title":"Rivesaltes Ambré 15 years old","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1fieowv\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"32\"\u003eRivesaltes Ambré 15 Ans d'Âge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"2phxpf\" data-start=\"34\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eGrape Variety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"94\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y47py3\" data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"68\"\u003eGrenache Blanc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n5huc6\" data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eGrenache Gris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wxjo9g\" data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eMacabeu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"243\"\u003eTraditional white grape varieties of Roussillon, perfectly suited to the production of aged Vin Doux Naturel. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3h1ku8\" data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"260\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"591\"\u003eProduced in the sun-drenched Roussillon region of Southern France, Rivesaltes Ambré 15 Ans d'Âge is a fortified sweet wine that has been patiently matured in an oxidative environment for a minimum of fifteen years. This extended ageing develops the famous \u003cem data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"525\"\u003erancio\u003c\/em\u003e character, creating a wine of extraordinary complexity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003eUnlike many sweet wines that rely solely on fruit and sugar, Rivesaltes Ambré gains layers of nutty, caramelised and oxidative aromas through long ageing in old oak barrels. The result is a wine that combines richness, freshness and remarkable elegance. It remains one of France's most underrated wine treasures and offers exceptional value compared to similarly aged fortified wines. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1krg0gn\" data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eDeep amber with beautiful copper and golden highlights. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eIntense and complex aromas of walnuts, dates, candied orange peel, honey, blond tobacco and dried fruits, with subtle hints of spice and rancio character. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eRich, smooth and beautifully balanced. Layers of dried figs, dates, caramel, roasted nuts, orange marmalade and sweet spices unfold across the palate. Despite its sweetness, vibrant freshness keeps the wine remarkably lively and elegant. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eExceptionally long, with lingering notes of toasted nuts, dried fruit, honey, spice and a distinctive rancio complexity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9khyz2\" data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"118gvvk\" data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003eRoquefort and blue cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pu4c96\" data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eFoie Gras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dvf2c1\" data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eDark chocolate desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1aq97pl\" data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eApricot tart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sjxw3c\" data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eTarte Tatin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8xce5u\" data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eCrème Brûlée\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"190ver2\" data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eDried fruits and nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eh96bp\" data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eChristmas pudding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x2ay0j\" data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eEnjoyed on its own as a digestif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eThe combination of sweetness, freshness and oxidative complexity makes it exceptionally versatile with both savoury and sweet dishes. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"858m9l\" data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v4ccbf\" data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e AOP Rivesaltes Ambré\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hhmefe\" data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roussillon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19qg3l3\" data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nyuodn\" data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vin Doux Naturel (Fortified Sweet Wine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zbwv40\" data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grenache Blanc, Grenache Gris, Macabeu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ysjvfp\" data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9olx29\" data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2487\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 100 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"145fjso\" data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 15 years in old barrels under oxidative ageing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v19yh6\" data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2583\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–14°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"121tpgt\" data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003eCellaring Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once opened, can be enjoyed for several weeks due to its oxidative ageing style. Unopened bottles can age for many years. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1t4mela\" data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2802\"\u003eOlivier's Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2804\" data-end=\"3170\"\u003eThis is one of those wines that completely changes people's perception of sweet wine. If you've ever enjoyed an old Tawny Port, aged Madeira or even a mature Cognac, you'll immediately understand the appeal of Rivesaltes Ambré. The beauty lies in its complexity: walnuts, dried fruits, honey, orange peel and spice all layered together after years of patient ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3556\"\u003eWhat I particularly love is serving this with Roquefort or a selection of dried fruits and nuts at the end of a meal. It becomes less of a wine and more of an experience. For me, Rivesaltes Ambré represents one of the greatest hidden gems of French wine and offers astonishing quality for its age and craftsmanship. A bottle to savour slowly and share with fellow wine lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"51 Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57668467523967,"sku":"00137","price":26.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7950\/1695\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-06-02at13.40.25.jpg?v=1780404247","url":"https:\/\/51wines.uk\/products\/rivesaltes-ambr-15-years-old","provider":"51Wines Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}