2021 Chinon, Vieilles Vignes

Philippe Alliet, 2021 Chinon, Vieilles Vignes

Producer

Philippe Alliet

Vintage

2021

Region

FranceLoire Valley

Appellation

Chinon

Cuvée

Vieilles Vignes

Varietal

Cabernet Franc

Vinification

Indigenous yeast fermented, Large format barrel aged, Unfined & Unfiltered

Soil Type

Sandy loam, Sedimentary Clay

From vines over 25 years old planted mid-slope in soils that are composed of clay and sand. Aged in neutral barrels and tank, this beautifully balanced Cabernet Franc has a dark, brooding nose of plums, minerals and some berries. Fairly thick on the palate, the ripe tannins are quite present, but also coated by a fairly large dose of red fruit. Good acidity and fresh minerals on the finish keeps you coming back for more.