Couly-Dutheil ‘Baronnie Madeleine’ Chinon, 2018 Courage & Conviction From a small family winery

From a small family winery in the sun kissed hills above Imperia

fleshy apple and apricot lead among dry-cured meat and peat smoke

and La Chanière

and sits on Riesling grape skins for 12 days

The wine was fermented and aged in a 700 Liter concrete egg for 24 months before bottling

Couly-Dutheil ‘Baronnie Madeleine’ Chinon, 2018 Courage & Conviction From a small family winery100% Cabernet Franc. An intense ruby garnet core and an aromatic bouquet of ripe red and black fruits framed by spicy, floral nuances and subtle earthy hints. On the palate generous yet well balanced, showing lush fruit, refined silky tannins, and just enough acidity to keep it lively through a lingering, spice tinged finish. Pair with roasted duck with herbs, lamb chops with chanterelles, or a classic coq au vin. The wines ripe fruit and spice notes