Philippe Alliet - Chinon - Coteau de Noiré - Rouge - 2021

Wine:

Meticulously crafted, the 2021 Red Chinon Coteau de Noiré reveals the cool precision of its vintage, with a fleshy and fruity expression. This wine consistently showcases great potential, demonstrating remarkable longevity and the ability to age gracefully, regardless of the vintage.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, aged for 12 months in concrete vats, then 12 months in 500L barrels.

Color:

Dark red, almost black, glossy.

Nose:

Ripe red fruit flavors with hints of graphite.

Palate:

This wine is fleshy, fruity and well-balanced, with delicate tannins and good acidity.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Delicatessen, braised beef, Normandy-style rabbit.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2040

A model winemaker with 2 stars in the RVF Guide, Philippe Alliet consistently produces long-macerated reds that are dazzling in fruit and maturity. These sought-after cuvées have become benchmarks in Chinon, continually showcasing a fresh, natural expression in recent vintages.

The beautiful slopes of Cravant play a significant role: these magical terroirs yield an enchanting Cabernet Franc with precision and flavor that easily rivals the finest Bordeaux expressions.