Franck Balthazar - Cornas 'Sans Soufre Ajoute' - 2019

Pungent, smoke-tinged cherry and dark berry aromas develop suggestions of olive, earth and peony with air. Broad and chewy in the mouth, offering bitter cherry and cassis flavors that tighten up and take a spicy turn as the wine opens up. Finishes appealingly sweet and very long, with lingering florality and steadily building tannins. 93-95 Points Josh Raynolds (Vinous)