Philippe Alliet Chinon Coteau de Noiré 2005
Red
Chinon, France
6.6
WineSaint
Dense black fruit and earthy minerals show promise, but aggressive oak overwhelms the palate. The structure feels awkward. Firm tannins clash with the concentrated fruit rather than supporting it. There's real depth here, yet the wine never finds its rhythm. A cautionary tale from Alliet's experimental phase with new barrels.
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Philippe Alliet
→Philippe Alliet is one of Chinon's benchmark producers, farming cabernet franc across some of the appellation's most distinctive sites and making wines that reward patience and serious attention.