Chaillot Cornas Syrah

Of course the 2014 Chaillot is in its early stages (although it is considered to be an early maturing and approachable vintage for Northern Rhône), but a multi-hour pre-dinner decant served it well as it was very open, giving and multidimensional showing great depth, power and an elegant backbone. Black raspberries, liquid stones, violets and a hint of black olive. There is a great midpalate richness leading to a long, finessed and lifted finish.

Leaner profile than some vintages earlier in decade. Arguably more classic.

Taught and focused.

Another beautiful wine from Allemand. Already vibrant, but grippy enough to age for a good, long while.

Probablement pas le moment de l’ouvrir mais je voulais voir ou le vin était rendu. Fruits rouges et noirs concentrés, violette. Le poivre se fait ressentir mais subtilement en fin de bouche. Il y a par contre un creux en milieu de bouche qui m’amène à penser que le vin est dans une mauvaise phase.

Great wine. Great nose, white pepper, great balance, just delicious.

purple perfume...absolute perfection.

Young, yes. But bought off the list in Cornas, which is sort of cool.

Decanted 8hrs on day 1 and consumed over two days. Gripping and ripping tannin. Intense violet. Developed a deep saltiness on day 2. Leave this for a while, but it is promising.

Chantal had this 3 years ago