Rivesaltes 1945 Chateau Villargeil

4.0 stars - 3 professional reviews

€ 189,00 - € 170,10 (ex Vat)
€ 205,82 (in Vat)

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Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Producer	Chateau Villargeil
Vintage	1945
Country	France
Region	Roussillon
Appellation	Rivesaltes
Grape	Grenache
Alcohol %	17%
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Stock	1

Professional reviews

Jancis Robinson (16)

Quite sharp acidic bite here, as if it hasn’t quite aged in harmony, and there’s more rancidity than rancio. (RH)

Vinous (90)

The 1945 Rivesaltes has a burnished amber colour, very clear in the glass. The bouquet is quite oxidative and nutty in style, hints of cigar humidor and peaty aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with tangy marmalade, quince and light spicy notes. The oxidation is less pronounced than the nose and perhaps less complex and deep as anticipated, especially in the second half. It is certainly a more elegant style of Rivesaltes although I was expecting a little more length, hence the lower score. Tasted with Philippe Gayral.