Domaine de Pallus - Les Pensees de Pallus Chinon 2020 (750ml) Durif

Domaine de Pallus - Les Pensees de Pallus Chinon 2020 (750ml) DurifWhile achieving renown for his work in Spain, Bertrand Sourdais remained passionate for his native Chinon, and for its emblematic variety, Cabernet Franc. In 2003, with his fathers retirement nearing, Bertrand took up the challenge of creating something great at his familial estate. As the 5th generation to work this property, he brings a wealth of experience to bear on some of the apellations finest vineyard holdings in the very heart of Chinon,

A superb tempranillo worthy of a fine meal

as an essential part of life

Garnatxa Blanca

golden raisin and chalky mineral

The Character

So much black fruit

Depth and intesity of flavour make this a great wine to cellar for a decade or two more

together with touches of vanilla brought by the wine's ageing in barrel

Grilled ribeye steak

with hints of red fruit

it has a good balance of acidity and tannin

comCOMMENTARY: The Cleto Chiarli Brut de Noir Rosé is elegant