{"product_id":"franck-balthazar-casimir-cornas-2023","title":"Franck Balthazar Casimir Cornas 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCasimir Cornas by Franck Balthazar is a French red wine with a solid and well-defined profile. To the eye, it displays a bright \u003cstrong\u003eruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e colour, releasing intense \u003cstrong\u003efruity aromas\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003epowerful and structured\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a lingering taste that clearly outlines its character. To fully appreciate every nuance, it is recommended to decant it for an hour before serving, at a temperature of 14-16 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in France, in the \u003cstrong\u003eCornas\u003c\/strong\u003e area, a region of the \u003cstrong\u003eRhône Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e renowned for its strong winemaking tradition. The \u003cstrong\u003eFranck Balthazar\u003c\/strong\u003e winery, founded in 1931, interprets its territory with deep dedication. Casimir Cornas reflects a handcrafted care widely recognised by specialised critics, as confirmed by the scores from James Suckling, Decanter and Vinous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking relies entirely on the \u003cstrong\u003eSyrah\u003c\/strong\u003e grape variety, cultivated to enhance the typicality of its place of origin. Careful processing ensures an excellent ageing potential, estimated at \u003cstrong\u003e10-15 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. At the table, the vigorous structure of Casimir Cornas is best expressed with rich dishes based on beef, lamb and \u003cstrong\u003egame\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as pairing excellently with cured meats and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCornas Casimir celebrates the heritage of the Franck Balthazar winery, a historic establishment founded in 1931 in the Rhône Valley. A magnificent expression of \u003cstrong\u003epure Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e and a true tribute to the prestigious AOC Cornas appellation, this wine releases fruity aromas of great elegance. The excellent 2023 vintage has captivated international critics, receiving \u003cstrong\u003e94 points from James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e and 93 points from Vinous and Decanter. This is a structured, powerful and \u003cstrong\u003epersistent\u003c\/strong\u003e red, ideal for a majestic evolution in the cellar that can continue for the next fifteen years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Franck Balthazar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46027800772779,"sku":"59534","price":76.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/franck-balthazar-casimir-cornas-2023_59534_1_6593901d-71ef-4582-9d1f-355d6aab876d.webp?v=1773800028","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-nl\/products\/franck-balthazar-casimir-cornas-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}