This shows nice purity, with inviting flavors of cherry coulis, pine, cassis and wild herb. Underpinnings of chalk and tapenade give depth through the finish, with moderate tannins. Drink now through 2029. 1,500 cases made, 60 cases imported.??–GS??Region: France / Loire / Chinon Select to Add

Structured and grippy, with a tight profile and a core of dark plum, licorice and black pepper flavors, offset by prominent chalky minerality. Mouthwatering finish. Needs more time in the cellar, but should develop nicely. Best from 2022 through 2027. 1,400 cases made, 125 cases imported.??–AZ??Region: France / Loire / Chinon Select to Add

Graceful and pure, offering cherry, red currant and olive accents, with hints of cedar and graphite emerging midpalate. Features firm tannins and racy acidity, which impart focus and structure. Well-balanced from the start to the long, persistent finish. Drink now through 2025. 900 cases made, 75 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Loire / Chinon Select to Add

Very fresh, with bright cassis and bitter cherry coulis flavors streaking through, underlined with light chalky minerality and backed by a long, floral- and savory-edged finish. Shows delightful purity. Best from 2018 through 2023. 60 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Loire / Chinon Select to Add

Well-built, with a core of dark currant and cherry fruit flavors carried by brambly tannins, picking up singed bay and smoldering tobacco notes along the way. Dark-edged finish, but still pure and racy in feel overall. Best from 2017 through 2022. 60 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Loire / Chinon Select to Add