Franck Balthazar - Perjak 2021 (750ml) Canelones

Franck Balthazar - Perjak 2021 (750ml) CanelonesBased in Cornas in the Northern Rhne, Franck Balthazar has been making wine at his domaine since 1980 and officially taking over operations from his father since 2002. The domaine was originally founded in 1931 by his grandfather as one hectare of old vines and some new plantings. From what was originally just one hectare, Franck and his father expanded to 3. 5 hectares. Even with the additions, production is quite low and carried out each year in a

velvety and slightly sweet finish

Like liquid silk on the palate

The palate shows lovely tension with pretty acidity

it’s well worth seeking out and should have over a decade or longevity

complex style in its blackberry and black cherry fruits

50% Barrel fermentation- ALC: 13

pencil lead and tar

Made of Chiavennasca (local Nebbiolo) with a part of other vines as Róssola

and tarragon that end with zesty tannins

RIch to start with

blossoming to aromas of crème de cassis

layered aromas of apricot