Quintus Vintage:2016 which allowed the Cabernet Franc

which allowed the Cabernet Franc to complete the final ripening phase in a uniform fashion

the 2010 Cornas Reynard offers up a thrilling array of graphite

There is more volume if less power to the more generously proportioned medium-bodied flavors that coat the palate with dry extract that also helps to buffer the moderately firm tannic spine

intriguing and enticing notes of liquid peony and lily enter the picture mid-palate after the wine takes on air

(from a superbly situated 1 ha parcel high on the hill)

Quintus Vintage:2016 which allowed the Cabernet FrancThe inaugural vintage of Chteau Quintus, with only ex Tertre Daugay fruit used. Leather, plum and spice aromatics are at the fore. The palate is round but with a fresh, chalky, terroir note, and there is a pebble sucking finish. It was early days but the wine is honest and pleasing. The oak is just about integrated. It's ready for drinking now.