Domaine de Pallus Chinon Messanges Rose, Loire, France 2022 Chateau La Tour de Bessan Les Longeroies—one of the two

Les Longeroies—one of the two most respected vineyards here

There are lovely accents of eucalyptus and lavender to the rich fruit and spice character in this silky red

caramel and butterscotch

Pronounced blueberry and violet aromas

there is a sense of substance derived from firm tannins and deeper notes of bittersweet chocolate

Domaine de Pallus Chinon Messanges Rose, Loire, France 2022 Chateau La Tour de Bessan Les Longeroies—one of the twoMessanges is an old Loire Valley name for Cabernet Franc. Bertrand is using this line for a Red and Ros from his younger vines. Vinified for immediate accessibility, they are the perfect introduction to the Pallus style.