Francois Pinon - Vouvray Silex Noir 2018 (750ml)
Price: $29.99
Sale Price: $26.98
Producer | Francois Pinon |
Country | France |
Region | Loire |
Varietal | Chenin Blanc |
Vintage | 2018 |
Sku | 64137 |
Wine Spectator: 92 Points
A warm, sunny, seductive white, with a luscious profile to the persimmon, ripe pear, green plum and crushed nectarine flavors. This has a very creamy texture, with a beam of vivid acidity and salty mineral notes keeping it honest. Earthy undertones move through the supple palate with a veil of smoke marking the tangy finish. Drink now through 2032. 1,200 cases made, 450 cases imported.
Vinous Media: 90 Points
Pinon’s demi-sec often might be termed tendre, with a lot of tension. But this falls on the sweeter side, a true demi-sec with 26 grams per liter residual sugar. Aromas of flavors of ripe pear and apricot and less floral the 2017. Lots of solid minerality throughout, though softer than 2017. Aged 6-7 months in a mix of large and small older barrels.
-- Jason Wilson