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Red dry
The 2021 Chaillot reflects the character of a cooler vintage, offering greater freshness, more pronounced aromatic tension and a firmer structure than Cornas from warmer years. It is produced exclusively from 'Syrah' grown on the granite slopes of Chaillot, where younger vines contribute greater aromatic precision and energy than the older parcels used for the more powerful Reynard.
The aromatic profile is dominated by fresh blackberries, cassis, blueberries and violet blossoms, complemented by notes of black pepper, olive tapenade, wild herbs, graphite and crushed granite. After decanting, subtle hints of smoke and cured meat emerge, hallmarks of traditional Northern Rhône 'Syrah'.
Rather than emphasizing weight, the palate is defined by precision and structure. Bright acidity, fine-grained tannins and pronounced mineral tension support a concentrated core of dark fruit, giving the wine focus and outstanding ageing potential. The finish is long and dry, lingering with flavours of black berries, black pepper, graphite and saline mineral notes.
The grapes are fermented with whole clusters using indigenous yeasts in stainless steel and open-top wooden vats. The wine is then aged for approximately 24 months in old foudres and used oak barrels before being bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Serve at 16–18 °C with tomato-based dishes such as ratatouille; it can also be paired with lamb, venison or beef.
Thierry Allemand – the master of Cornas terroir, shaping the story of Syrah
Thierry Allemand is one of the most renowned producers of the Cornas AOC in the Northern Rhône Valley, France. From the very beginning, his ambition has been to create wines that express the true character of Cornas and its unique terroir. He started his career working in a wine warehouse, gradually acquiring vineyard parcels and patiently building his estate with a clear vision: to let the land speak for itself.
His wines come from small, carefully tended plots, each with its own personality — from Les Chaillots to Reynard. Some of these cuvées are produced in extremely limited quantities, often only a few hundred bottles per year, which has made them highly sought after by collectors worldwide.
Allemand’s winemaking philosophy is rooted in natural expression and minimal intervention. Fermentation is carried out with native yeasts, often using whole clusters, and with as little mechanical manipulation as possible. Sulphur is used sparingly, and the wines are aged for 18 to 24 months, depending on the vintage, primarily in old, neutral oak barrels.
After aging, the wines are bottled unfiltered, preserving their purity and structure. This approach results in wines of remarkable finesse, defined by mineral tension, depth, and an exceptionally pure expression of Syrah. Aromatically, they move from dark berries and black pepper to earthy, savory notes that evolve beautifully with time.
Today, Thierry Allemand is regarded not merely as a producer, but as one of the defining voices of Cornas. His work has influenced an entire generation of winemakers and stands as a benchmark for how tradition, restraint, and terroir-driven philosophy can create modern wines with profound depth and longevity.
