2019 Thierry Allemand, Cornas, Reynard - Magnum

Thierry Allemand approaches his 2. 02-hectare Reynard parcel with a rigorous dedication to site-specific stewardship, employing intensive manual labor on the steep, granite-dominant terraces of Cornas. The vinification reflects this commitment to purity, utilizing whole-cluster fermentation with indigenous yeasts followed by an extended aging regimen in used barrels and foudres, deliberately avoiding new oak to preserve the character of the site. In the 2019 vintage, the growing season provided the necessary warmth to reach physiological ripeness while maintaining sufficient tension, resulting in a structural profile defined by formidable, fine-grained tannins and a deep, dense mid-palate. This magnum bottling exhibits the hallmark architectural integrity of the Reynard terroir, pairing focused mineral acidity with a profound, layered extraction that ensures long-term development.