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Clos des Papes, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rouge

2020 Clos des Papes, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rouge 6x75cl

Clos des Papes

Case Format: 75cl

Max score: 96

Drink To: 2025-2045

Paul Vincent Avril at Domaine du Clos des Papes makes one of the most sought-after wines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. This Southern Rhône estate has been in the Avril family for three generations, gaining in reputation from wine critics and drinkers alike. The Domaine takes its name from one of its vineyard plots which lies near the ruins of an ancient, 14th century papal castle. A classic blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre and 10% Syrah brought up all in old foudre, this beauty's deep purple color is followed by a mammoth bouquet of kirsch liqueur, black currants, blueberries, Asian spices, and garrigue. Full-bodied, concentrated, and powerful, it nevertheless is as graceful as a ballerina on the palate and has ultra-fine tannins, a silky, seamless texture, and a finish that just won't quit.
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CRITIC REVIEWS

96
Nicolas Greinacher

Made with the usual blend of 55% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah, Cinsaut and other permitted varieties, the 2020 Chateauneuf-du-Pape checks in at 15.5% alcohol. It bursts with pungent aromas of red cherry, raspberry, strawberry, blueberry, black plum, thyme, black pepper and is distinctively spicy. Full-bodied and expressive, wrapped in an intricate web of velvety tannins and balanced by lively acids, it is a majestic Clos des Papes.

17.5
JancisRobinson.com

55% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah, 5% others. Certified organic. Cask sample tasted at the domaine. Fragrant and fine aromatically with cherry and kirsch notes. Palate rich, suave and supple, the Grenache component to the fore. Tannins really fine and integrated offering length and persistence and devoid of any aggression. Not the power of some vintages but elegant and pure in style. (JL)

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

COUNTRY

France

REGION

Rhone

SUB REGION

Chateauneuf-du-Pape

VINTAGE

2020

COLOUR

Red

CASE FORMAT

6x75cl

AVAILABILITY

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MAX CRITIC SCORE

96

DRINK TO

2025-2045

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