2018 Chinon Rouge, Vieilles Vignes, Philippe Alliet, Loire Unit of Measure:6 X 750ML crisp and vibrant

crisp and vibrant

which is tight

and the fruit is wonderfully pure

A pungent nose is composed today of wood toast and slightly reduction so be sure to decant this if you can't resist opening a bottle

The fruit is excellent and the length shows the overall quality

2018 Chinon Rouge, Vieilles Vignes, Philippe Alliet, Loire Unit of Measure:6 X 750ML crisp and vibrantThe new vintages see 50% cement tank and 50% large 500l wood barrels; however, the 2018 was aged in 100% cement vats for 18 months. This cuve comes from a selection of 70 year old vines, which sit just behind the winery. Lovely dark fruit aromas of cherry and fresh plum predominate, intertwined with black pepper and a stunning wet stone freshness. The palate has lovely notes of sweet spices alongside bright black fruits. Offering good length and