This has the racy, pure profile of the vintage, with a mouthwatering core of cassis, black cherry and blackberry fruit, accented by bay leaf and anise. The racy finish lets both chalk and graphite play out. Vibrant now, but should mellow nicely in the cellar. Drink now through 2018. 2,500 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Loire / Chinon Select to Add

Ripe and rounded, with cassis, plum and blackberry fruit flavors guided by finely beaded acidity and a refreshing tobacco note on the finish. Shows subtle persistence. Drink now through 2014. 2,500 cases made, 250 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Loire / Chinon Select to Add

This is superfresh and pure, with lovely green tobacco notes lacing the dark currant, fig and plum fruit together. A chalky edge frames the finish, while the fruit fleshes out. Drink now through 2012. 2,500 cases made, 250 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Loire / Chinon Select to Add