Quintus Vintage:2016 There is more volume if

There is more volume if less power to the more generously proportioned medium-bodied flavors that coat the palate with dry extract that also helps to buffer the moderately firm tannic spine

which allowed the Cabernet Franc to complete the final ripening phase in a uniform fashion

the 2010 Cornas Reynard offers up a thrilling array of graphite

Patience required

and touches of glycerine and graphite that are well-defined but persistently broody

Quintus Vintage:2016 There is more volume ifThe inaugural vintage of Chteau Quintus, with only ex Tertre Daugay fruit used. Leather, plum and spice aromatics are at the fore. The palate is round but with a fresh, chalky, terroir note, and there is a pebble sucking finish. It was early days but the wine is honest and pleasing. The oak is just about integrated. It's ready for drinking now.