This sweet red wine from the South of France scored 90/100 by Neil Martin "The 1972 Rivesaltes is missing a little intensity on the nose, scents of orange rind, antique furniture, walnut and light peaty notes that don't quite click into fifth gear.
The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, touches of mandarin, dried fig, Chinese 5-spice and nutmeg with a precise if not powerful finish.
There is just a hint of dark chocolate on the aftertaste, completing a fine Rivesaltes.
" Drink now - 2030.
An amazing anniversary gift.
This vintage wine is shipped in a deluxe silk lined wooden presentation box with four wine accessories (corkscrew, wine pourer, drip stopper & wine thermometer) [worth £17.
99] at no extra cost and now includes a free gift card with your personal message and tasting and storage notes.