A beautiful wine in the vintage, the 2023 Châteauneuf Du Pape has a ruby hue and ultra-classic aromatics of red and black fruits, peppery garrigue, lavender, and assorted spicy, herbes de Provence-like nuances. Based on 80% Grenache, 5% Syrah, 7% Mourvèdre, 3% Cinsault, and 5% Bourboulenc, it was partially destemmed, vinified in concrete, and aged in stainless steel. Medium-bodied, it has a pure, layered, graceful mouthfeel, ripe, silky tannins, and outstanding length. With roughly 1,416 cases produced, this is a brilliant effort that's best enjoyed over the coming 10-15 years. Drink 2025-2039.

Ripe raspberry and strawberry, licorice, dried herbs and a rosewater splash set the stage for the 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Round and refreshing, the inviting 2023 is distinctively juicy. It’s shaping up to be a fruit-driven, uplifting rendition of this cuvée. (NG)