This wine is from one of the standard-bearers of Chinon. It is a racy and vibrant wine that has a core of red current, cherry, and blackberry fruit and a stony, granitic undertone. Dried herbs, green tobacco, and black olive notes add complexity and depth to create a savory rather than fruity finish. While charming now, this wine can be held for five years or more to develop even greater complexity.
Charles Joguet, Chinon (Loire Valley, France) 2010
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