In the glass
Aroma: red plum, raspberry, violet, green pepper
Palate: red cherry, soft tannin, mineral, savoury finish
Alliet's gateway Chinon blends sand-and-gravel terrace parcels for a juicy, mid-weight Cabernet Franc with the house's savoury, Bordeaux-trained signature in early-drinking form.
What it pairs with
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Boeuf bourguignon
Long-cooked beef in wine reduction and the wine's savoury core are aligned. -
Rillettes de Tours
Pork rillettes and Chinon Cabernet Franc are a Touraine staple. -
Roast chicken with tarragon
Herbal lift on the palate echoes tarragon in butter sauce.
History
The Tradition cuvee has anchored the Alliet range since the early years of the domaine. Drawn from younger and sand-terrace parcels, vinified for early drinking.
- 1980 — Tradition cuvee first bottled
Facts
- Producer
- Domaine Philippe Alliet
- Grapes
- Cabernet Franc (100%)
- Classification
- Chinon AOC
- Oak
- 12 months in tank and seasoned oak barriques, no new oak
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 14 to 22 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3 to 10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1980
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Scores
- Wine Advocate 89 (2020 vintage, reviewed 2022)
Frequently asked about Chinon Tradition
What does Alliet Chinon Tradition taste like?
Red plum, raspberry, violet and green pepper on the nose; red cherry, soft tannin, mineral and a savoury finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium tannins and high acidity.
When should I drink Alliet Chinon Tradition?
Drink between 3 and 10 years from vintage. Best enjoyed in its first five years, lightly chilled in summer.
What food pairs with Alliet Chinon Tradition?
Boeuf bourguignon, rillettes de Tours, and roast chicken with tarragon are all strong pairings.
Is Alliet Chinon Tradition vegan?
Yes. The domaine works without animal-derived fining agents on its red cuvees.