Patrick Corbineau’s Chinon is a remarkable natural wine, notable for the absence of added sulfites. Tasted recently on a podcast with Doug Wregg, the vintage remains a mystery, as neither the label nor cork provides this information. Patrick, who has unfortunately passed away, used to annotate the bottles with a pen.
Speculated to be from the 1990s, the wine offers an exquisite drinking experience. It presents a fine and elegant nose with floral notes intertwined with savory hints of iodine and earth, along with supple red and black cherry fruits. Additionally, it showcases a touch of spice, creating a harmonious balance of elegance, freshness, and a slight grip. This mature vintage exemplifies the beauty of cellaring wines, earning a commendable score of 95/100.