Tasting Notes

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Vinous Nicolas Greinacher - 01 Jan 25
The 2020 Cornas Chaillot is a distinctively rustic Cornas from Thierry Allemand, opening with leather, cured meat, graphite, black plum and stemmy elements. Full-bodied and concentrated, the rusticity from the nose continues on the palate with astringent tannins, taking away some of the wine’s refinement. This culminates with ample length on the savory aftertaste. I have a slight preference for the 2021 tasted side by side.
Drinking Date: 2027 - 2035
Cornas Vineyard Fine Wine

Cornas

Cornas, a prestigious Northern Rhône appellation, is famous for bold, robust Syrah wines. Grown on steep, sun-drenched slopes, these wines are known for their intensity and depth, featuring flavours of dark berries, black pepper, smoked meat, and earthy notes, with strong tannins and excellent ageing potential. Cornas focuses exclusively on 100% Syrah, with granite soils adding to its complexity. Top producers include Domaine Auguste Clape, Thierry Allemand, and Domaine Alain Voge, all celebrated for expressing Cornas's unique terroir.