2016 Thierry Allemand, Cornas, Chaillot 1x750ml

Vinous 96

Inky ruby. Intense blueberry, incense, exotic spice and mineral qualities on the expansive, seductively perfumed nose. Stains the palate with spice-laced black and blue fruit, spicecake, olive and violet pastille flavors that show real power and tension and no excess fat. The floral and mineral notes drive a strikingly long, pure finish given shape by smooth, steadily building tannins. [Josh Raynolds, 04/09/2019]

Anticipated maturity: 2023-2033