Philippe Alliet, Chinon Coteau Noire Vintage:2018 eight grams per liter

eight grams per liter

This awkward effort is tough to read though I am concerned about the balance over the longer-term

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The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit

Philippe Alliet, Chinon Coteau Noire Vintage:2018 eight grams per literThe 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.