Estimated arrival date 04.06

Frank Balthazar took over his family estate in 2002, inheriting some century old vines in prime Rhône Valley terriorty. In the vineyards and the cellar he is a one-man show, a purist and a traditionalist, who perfected his methods of cultivation and vinification. This Cuvée is made from the estates younger vines, only 9 years old, vinified without sulfites from start to finish. 

Pairing: Braised beef, short rib

Grapes: Syrah 

Soil: Granite

Viticulture: Organic 

Notes on the wine from John Livingstone of Drink Rhône:

****

shiny red robe; the nose is nicely reserved, comes with clear raspberry fruit, sweetness from heat, red cherries, a touch of smoke. The palate serves elegant Cornas, iron in a fine spine, crystalline red fruits, has a dainty tread. It’s digestible, beau, charming, a year of purity, definition. It’s good to have a year like this, one with clear virtues. The tannins are tasty and well defined, also. From 2023. If well, stably stored, 2040-42 July 2021