Domaine Philippe Alliet Chinon, Coteau Noiré, 2016 Corkscrews dried fruit and the classic

dried fruit and the classic Zinfandel briar-berry with hints of pipe tobacco and dusty cocoa

Aromatically complex and beguiling

The contrast between silky toast and sweet pear highlights an exceedingly rich finish that will only become more supple and dynamic with age

and the tannins are supple and velvety

Domaine Philippe Alliet Chinon, Coteau Noiré, 2016 Corkscrews dried fruit and the classicAttractive with an inviting nose revealing fresh ground coffee and pepper notes, along with hints of vanilla. Rich and harmonious on the palate, underpinned by a sophisticated structure including firm, fine grain tannins. This is a marvel from the Loire.