François d'Allaines, Pommard Vieilles Vignes 2020 Chénas

François d'Allaines, Pommard Vieilles Vignes 2020 ChénasDense, powerful fruit and rich colour in a full bodied red. Aromas of dark cherries, dark chocolate and a little star anise carry through to flavours of cherry, blackberry and plum, with complex hints of cocoa, leather and mushrooms. Smooth body, refreshing acidity and firm tannins make this a match for duck or gooseor ratatouillethat will continue to evolve for five or more years.

with an almost incomparable fragrance of complex

Medium to full body with velvety

orange peel and cinnamon give the 2017 lovely aromatic nuance to match its mid-weight personality

powerful wine in the mouth

This is a fine and independent expression of a famous name from a committed and imaginative winemaker

Drink now through 2035

The typical Savigny softness is expressed in rich

the balance and finesse are remarkable

as well as stylish cassis fruit

93/100 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate ‘Classic and powerful with plenty of architectural features giving angles and walls as the wine stretches out

Wine Spectator

it will be ready to drink from 2027