Very alluring, with linzer torte and plum cake notes pumping through, flecked liberally with anise and mesquite accents along the way. A nice red licorice strip adds contrast on the finish, with its sappy edge, while a roasted apple wood note holds everything together. Rock-solid. Best from 2023 through 2036. 2,100 cases made, 150 cases imported.

The 2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsaut, Vaccarèse and Muscardin. The 2020 integrates aromas of strawberry and blackberry compote, crème de cassis, raspberry jam, cloves, mint and hints of tobacco. Muscular and expressive, it is full-bodied and polished, enveloped in velvety tannins and kept in check by lively acidity. The finish is distinctively savory. -- Nicolas Greinacher

Moving to the 2020s, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape has a riper, richer style as well as beautiful notes of roasted garrigue, licorice, ground pepper, and both red and black fruits. Drink this outstanding, character-filled effort any time over the coming 10-12 years.

A blend of 75% Grenache, 15% Syrah and 10% a mix of other permitted red varieties, the 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape delivers scents of cherries, mocha and earth. It's full-bodied and reasonably concentrated, with an open-knit feel and gently tannic finish. It probably should be consumed within the next decade. - Joe Czerwinski