Franck Balthazar, Cornas Casimir other_regions_italy This is aromatically similar to

This is aromatically similar to the Baudes except it’s spicier still

(from multiple climats)

This is a potentially great Bâtard as everything necessary is here and this should age extremely well

the gentlest hints of honey

Finishes with big

Franck Balthazar, Cornas Casimir other_regions_italy This is aromatically similar toReally lovely, easy going aromatic expression, it has the hot sand, mineral signature of Cornas without excess oak or ripeness. A menthol note brings further interest. It's only medium bodied, but has great freshness and definition. Perfectly balanced, with a grippy, chewy finish. A very fine, naturalistic expression of Cornas that's very rewarding to drink. With only light extraction its so drinkable. I would drink it young, but there's no hurry to.