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2020 Clos des Papes, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rouge
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Why We're Buying
Freshness. Elegance. Balance. These are just a few of the words that come to mind when describing Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Few vintages have better distilled those characteristics into one bottle than the 2020 iteration. The classically styled blend of grenache, mourvèdre, and syrah captures the essence that has made Clos des Papes a cornerstone of the Rhône winemaking scene. This Châteauneuf-du-Pape isn’t shy coming out of the bottle. The mammoth nose of red and black fruits, violets, lavender, applewood, graphite, cured meats, and pepper captures the senses and imagination. Fruity purity reveals itself in the mid-palate with silky tannins driving to a fabulous finish. While this red blend remains approachable in youth, savvy investors should stash away this gem for at least a decade. The Final Sip: For a wine with equal parts explosive, approachable, and classically styled, look no further than 2020 Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Critics Scores
Jeb Dunnuck
Looking at the reds, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape is a silky, elegant wine that shows the vintage to a T. I was able to taste through all the foudres of the cuvée as well as one that’s a final blend, with all showing beautiful red and black fruits, peppery garrigue, and floral nuances. The purity of fruit is remarkable, and this will be a medium to full-bodied, finesse-driven, yet still concentrated vintage for this cuvée that readers will love. 94-96
Decanter
A very Clos des Papes vintage,' says Vincent Avril, and I know what he means - a vintage that naturally delivers the kind of fresh, elegant wines that this estate is famous for. A tasting of several foudres point to a wine with natural, easy balance. The Mourvèdre is excellent here this year, and adds great depth to the fresh and delightful Grenache that has notes of black tea, black cherry and iron. Elegant and very fine. Drinking Window 2023 - 2042.