Rivesaltes Ambre Vin Doux Naturel 1965 spring fling dry farmed vines were de-stemmed

dry farmed vines were de-stemmed and naturally fermented in concrete tanks before being racked into 600-liter demi-muid barrels for one year before bottling

and dried herbs against a background of smoky minerality

and explodes across the palate with a plush mouthfeel and notes of plums and blueberries

citrus and spice

salmon or cod wrapped in parchment paper

Rivesaltes Ambre Vin Doux Naturel 1965 spring fling dry farmed vines were de-stemmedNope, it's not a typo. This wine spent 50 years in barrel, and every sip reminds you of the old saying, "good things come to those who wait." The color of espresso, this dessert wine opens with incredibly vibrant notes of fresh roasted coffee beans, bruleed sugar, dried figs, dried dates, citrus potpourri, and spice, along with an incredibly rich, decadent texture that never becomes cloyingly sweet. This wine is FABULOUS. Full stop.