Philippe Pacalet, Cornas 2016 Barolo Released for the first time

Released for the first time by Penfolds in the early 1950s (first commercial vintage 1957)

and a chance to restore something forgotten

sous bois and licorice

really a very pretty wine

91 points Wine Advocate

Philippe Pacalet, Cornas 2016 Barolo Released for the first timePhilippe Pacalet is a celebrated winemaker based in Burgundy, France, known for his dedication to low intervention winemaking and his deep respect for terroir. Mentored by his uncle, the legendary Marcel Lapierre, Pacalet has developed a winemaking philosophy that emphasizes minimal intervention and organic viticulture. He sources grapes from select vineyards across Burgundy, including prestigious appellations such as Gevrey Chambertin and Puligny