97+ Always all Grenache, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Amiral G. is another gem from this incredible estate that brings more opulence and sexiness than just about every other wine in the vintage. Ripe black cherries, licorice, roasted Provençal garrigue, and ground pepper are just some of its nuances, and it's full-bodied, with a pure, utterly seamless mouthfeel, silky tannins, and a great, great finish. This is pure Provençal goodness that's already hard to resist yet will evolve for 15-20 years in cold cellars.

Marked by intense florals set against notes of pomegranate and red berries, Vaudieu's 100% Grenache 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape Amiral G is full-bodied, almost creamy in texture, concentrated, ripe and rich. Tasted blind, I wrote, "I just like the flavors of #152 more (which was the L'Avenue), but this is right up there." Both are fine examples of Grenache from this serious estate. - JC

Ripe, fresh and very direct, with a focused beam of plum puree flanked by a red and black licorice thread that pumps through nicely. Reveals a deeply embedded graphite spine that keeps this grounded, while sweet tobacco, shiso leaf and ganache accents infuse the finish. Best from 2025 through 2040. 950 cases made, 100 cases imported.

Peur Bleue ruby in color, the spicy, medium-bodied, floral. energetic, refined, vibrant and silky wine will be just great to enjoy early in its youth. The finish hangs with you due to its ripe, dark cherries and plums with their olive accented nuances. The wine is made from 100% old vine, Grenache planted in sandy soils not too far from Chateau Rayas. Drink from 2023-2034. Read more at:https://www.thewinecellarinsider.com/wine-tasting-note/?vintage=2020&wine=Chateau%20de%20Vaudieu%20Chateauneuf-du-Pape%20Amiral%20G

The 2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Amiral G is named after Admiral Gérin, lieutenant in the Marseille Admiralty, who built Château Vaudieu back in 1767. This single varietal Grenache bursts from the glass with well-defined aromas of redcurrant, red and black cherry, thyme, dried herbs and a pinch of white pepper. Full-bodied and layered, it's refined and polished, with a juicy core of fruit and good persistence on the sapid finish.