1974 Maison Destavel

Exceptional Collection of 3 Rare Vintage Vin Doux Naturels Maison Destavel (1974, 1988 & 2002) – 50 cl A unique opportunity to acquire three outstanding vintage Vin Doux Naturels from the renowned Maison Destavel, showcasing nearly three decades of exceptional winemaking heritage from the historic Roussillon region of Southern France. This carefully selected collection brings together three highly distinctive wines, each expressing the character of its appellation and vintage: AOP Maury 1974 – Vin Doux Naturel AOP Rivesaltes Ambré 1988 – Vin Doux Naturel AOP Banyuls Grand Cru 2002 – Vin Doux Naturel After many years of maturation, these wines have developed extraordinary complexity, concentration and depth. They offer a fascinating tasting journey through the great fortified wines of Roussillon. Tasting Profile Maury 1974 A remarkable wine approaching half a century of age. Amber-orange colour with evolved aromas of prunes, candied fruits, coffee, cocoa and sweet spices. Elegant, refined and impressively persistent. Rivesaltes Ambré 1988 Beautiful amber hue with copper reflections. Rich aromas of candied orange peel, quince, dried fruits and honey. Long, complex palate with excellent balance and freshness. Banyuls Grand Cru 2002 Aged Banyuls displaying mahogany reflections and notes of red fruits, prunes, cocoa and Mediterranean spices. Smooth, velvety texture with impressive depth. Lot Details 1 x Maury 1974 – Vin Doux Naturel – 50 cl – 17% vol. 1 x Rivesaltes Ambré 1988 – Vin Doux Naturel – 50 cl – 16% vol. 1 x Banyuls Grand Cru 2002 – Vin Doux Naturel – 50 cl – 17% vol. Producer: Maison Destavel Origin: Roussillon, France Total: 3 bottles Presented with Vintage Collection gift boxes Ideal as meditation wines or paired with foie gras, blue cheeses, dried fruits, crème brûlée, tarte tatin and dark chocolate desserts. The bottles and presentation boxes are in good overall condition. Please consult the photographs for labels, fill levels and packaging details. A particularly attractive lot for collectors and enthusiasts, combining a 50-year-old Maury, a beautifully matured Rivesaltes Ambré, and an elegant Banyuls Grand Cru, all presented in Vintage Collection cases. Carefully packed and shipped with tracking. Drink share offer as a gift or store ! No shipping USA unfortunately

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