Domaine Gouron Chinon Rouge 2020 (750ml) Valpolicella Ripasso Classico giving almost a powdery texture

giving almost a powdery texture

two Academy Award nominations

- 60% of the final blend is coming from vineyards located on the hillside (16 year old vines on the "coteau") which is planted on sandy soils

full-bodied and intensely concentrated with bright fruit flavors and fine acidity lingering on the finish

as lingering

Domaine Gouron Chinon Rouge 2020 (750ml) Valpolicella Ripasso Classico giving almost a powdery textureThis is a very fine example of chinon and from a very good vintage. Made, of course, entirely of cabernet franc, it shows solid and complex aromatics that introduce a palate where classic cabernet franc flavours are well layered and delicious. The acid is perfectly calibrated to the fruit and the tannins are well integrated. It's drinking very well now and will easily hold to the mid late 2020s. Score 92. (Rod Phillips, undated)