2023, Domaine de Bel-Air, CHIROUBLESBrought up on light granitic slopes, the violet & iris scented Chiroubles combines both balance and elegance. It boasts a vivid red robe and a sumptuous nose where floral and small red berry fruit aromas intermingle. The mouthfeel is fresh and refined.

taut and fresh

in the presence of a wine more than a century old

The tannins are a bit dusty and bitter

and this clearly has a long life ahead of it

this is an enjoyable drinking wine that is working with the vintage

Granny Smith apple finish

The vineyard is on a gradual slope

light floral touches

orange rind

The succulent

Drink from 2026-2031

The 2022 Sociando-Mallet is a bit hard to read today