I have seeing a bunch of Bruichladdich reviews recently so I would jump in somewhat. Pulled this sample I received sometime back curtesy of @PBMichiganWolverine. I have no idea (yet) what is Rivesaltes . However, I do know I am a fan of Bruichladdich make. A unique redish-brown. A color, for those who recall, the Crayola 64 pack box with the built in sharpener;. there was always this crayon which name I always thought had a cool and the color in engrained in my mind: Burnt Sienna. This very closely matches that color. Aroma initially is all Grape jam/jelly. As it settles, apples/Blueberry/cherry pie form. Throw in crushed almonds, wood, ethanol with a earthiness like rich soil or fresh sod. This arrives hot and spicy from the strength and punch it’s packing. Water will be a necessity. However, while unadulterated, a subtle sugary sweetness of grape jam A healthy dose of water mutes the aroma a bit and slightly enhances the grape jam. The palate accepts more easily. That grape jam flavor turns more to strawberries and sweetness. White pepper is more detectable than the previous hot and spicy punch. Wood rides the palate out, drying for a good length. Cherries and almonds as well. Ultimately, the palate is left with a aged leather. As it really digs in, you can clearly get that Bruichladdich profile. And as Devo says, “It’s Good” as Bruichladdich usually is. A woody, fruity earthy pour. It’s has some nice flavor to it and somewhat unique. You can sense there is something more wanting to bust out but it’s been restrained. More flavors and aromas. Maybe a bit more aging in the cask(?) to extract some more from the cask. Regardless, a nice little pour. [88/100][Tasted: 8/12/22]