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Domaine de Pallus Chinon La Croix Boissée 2019

Reviews

95 -James Suckling -

94 - Vinous -

The 2019 Le Croix Boisée is undoubtedly a wine with serious intent. It is a touch volatile, but I can live with it as it's not out of kilter. Balsamic notes meet cedar and spices, which complement the pure red cherry and plummy flavors. It is round and elegant, yet there is a sense of sleek generosity here in its gorgeous svelte tannins—I think I may have said, Put a fork in me, I'm done, after tasting this. Such is its relaxing nature. This is a fragrant, harmonious style that sings. While 2019 was warm and dry, rain toward harvest helped retain an unexpected freshness, tightening this wine and adding precision on the finish.

94 - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate -

Crafted from vines planted in 1974 in calcareous clay soils, the 2019 Chinon La Croix Boissée from Domaine de Pallus reveals a more elegant, fruitier bouquet than Les Pensées, with aromas of flowers, iris, dark wild berries and spices intertwined with gently oaky notes. Medium to full-bodied, juicy and tense, it's framed by structured tannins, a good depth at the core and structured tannins that segue into a long, slightly dry finish.

Technical Details

Blend 100% Cabernet Franc
Winemaker Bertrand Sourdais
Country France
Region Loire Valley
Sub Region Touraine
Appellation Chinon
Vineyard La Croix Boissée
Farming Method Organic & Biodynamic Practices
Oak neutral oak barrels
Alcohol 13%

Domaine de Pallus Chinon La Croix Boissée 2019

Name: Domaine de Pallus Chinon La Croix Boissée 2019
Brand: First Bottle
SKU: 1013350
Price: 59.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Cabernet Franc | Loire Valley

JS95, VN94, WA94

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Organic & Biodynamic Practices

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Domaine de Pallus has been around since 1883, and in 2003, Bertrand Sourdais returned to his family’s estate after gaining experience and renown at Dominio de Atauta in Spain’s Ribera del Duero. His outsider’s perspective brought a refreshed vision for the estate, and he began focusing on organic and biodynamic practices, including natural yeasts and low yields, to maximize the winery’s quality. Bertrand specializes in long, gentle extractions – sometimes more than 30 days – and aging in neutral Burgundian oak to produce elegant, structured, and savory Chinons.

The 95-point La Croix Boissee comes from a top cru and offers a big and bold expression with overt spiced characteristics alongside red fruit, citrus peel, and a sleek minerality that is wildly compelling.

About The Producer

Domaine de Pallus is a Loire Valley estate with deep historical roots in Saumur-Champigny, known for its thoughtful approach to Cabernet Franc and commitment to sustainable farming. Over decades, the domaine has built a reputation for producing wines of finesse, clarity, and vibrant expression that reflect the chalky, limestone soils of the region. Currently, Domaine de Pallus remains a benchmark producer in the Loire, marrying traditional viticulture with modern precision to craft wines that are both serious and approachable.

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