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Franck Balthazar, Cornas Chaillot 2018
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Reviewed by: Joe Czerwinski
Tasted from demi-muid, the 2018 Cornas Chaillot looks as if will rival the 2017. It features delicate tendrils of herbal and tea-like complexity entwined with dark, cassis and blackberry fruit. Full-bodied and rich, it seems velvety at first, then turns dusty and chewy on the lengthy finish. One for the cellar.
Reviewed by: Josh Raynolds
Suave, mineral-accented scents of blackberry, blackcurrant and exotic spices are accompanied by a slowly emerging floral nuance. Sappy and energetic on the palate, displaying powerful lift to concentrated black/blue fruit, floral pastille and spicecake flavors. Finishes extremely long and spicy, with intense mineral thrust, a hint of cracked pepper and youthfully chewy but well-knit tannins.
About the Producer
The Franck Balthazar estate is located in the Rhône Valley in France and is a renowned family-run winery. This estate is known for producing exceptional Champagne and red wines from the Rhône Valley. Franck Balthazar is a fifth-generation winemaker who has inherited the family's traditions and winemaking techniques. He is renowned for crafting high-quality, organic, and biodynamic wines using traditional, hands-on methods. The Franck Balthazar estate focuses on producing wines from the Syrah grape variety, taking full advantage of the region's unique terroir and vine-growing conditions. At the Franck Balthazar estate, they have a deep respect for the power of nature and traditional winemaking practices. They adhere to a natural winemaking philosophy, minimizing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides as much as possible and following celestial calendars to guide their vineyard work and winemaking processes. This commitment allows them to produce wines with distinct flavors and elegant structures. The wines from the Franck Balthazar estate are versatile and can be enjoyed on various occasions and paired with different cuisines. Their red wines are praised for their rich fruit aromas, graceful tannins, and long-lasting finish. Whether it's Asian cuisine, barbecue, or traditional French dishes, these wines offer excellent pairing choices.
