Philippe Alliet, Chinon Coteau Noire Vintage:2020 all wrapped in a nicely

all wrapped in a nicely linear finish that displays discreet mineral hints

Tasted at the Suduiraut vertical at the château

it is both serious and seductive with the sort of benchmark elegance the château would like to repeat

and a fine line of acidity

1998 was a late flowering year but the grapes achieved perfect ripeness by harvest time

Philippe Alliet, Chinon Coteau Noire Vintage:2020 all wrapped in a nicelyThe south facing hillside named Noir has clay limestone soil. This perfectly balanced wine is made from impeccably ripe grapes and barrel aged with 30% new oak. Its delicate, finely etched, textured red fruit has grace notes of liquorice and spice.