RIVESALTES BARRELS

In the sun-drenched Rivesaltes wine region of southern France, near the Spanish border, some of the country’s most expressive dessert wines are produced. This area is renowned for its Vin Doux Naturel – a fortified sweet wine whose fermentation is halted by the addition of alcohol, preserving the natural sugars of the grapes. The result is a rich, aromatic wine with excellent aging potential.

Typical grape varieties such as Muscat and Grenache form the foundation for Rivesaltes' signature flavor. During long barrel aging – often spanning decades – complex notes of raisins, dried fruits, nuts, plums, and caramelized apricots develop. These flavors deeply infuse the staves of the French oak barrels, making used Rivesaltes casks a true gem for refiners and aging projects.

Thanks to close partnerships with small, artisanal wineries in the AOC Rivesaltes region, OAKBARRELS.SHOP regularly receives hand-selected, freshly emptied barrels that have been used for high-quality Vin Doux Naturel. Each cask is inspected, professionally prepared, and ready for reuse.

IDEAL FOR:
I Finishing of whisky, rum, or gin
I Aging of fruit brandies, liqueurs, or barrel-aged beer
I Creative barrel projects with a focus on sweetness, oxidative complexity, and fruity depth

BENEFITS OF RIVESALTES BARRELS FROM OAKBARRELS.SHOP
I Directly sourced from independent producers in the AOC Rivesaltes region
I Originally filled with Vin Doux Naturel from Muscat or Grenache
I Made from French oak for balanced flavor extraction
I Freshly emptied, carefully inspected, and ready to use

Bring the soulful sweetness of southern France to your aging projects – with authentic Rivesaltes barrels from OAKBARRELS.SHOP.