2020 Domaine de la Solitude Châteauneuf-du-Pape
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The "regular" cuvée from Domaine de la Solitude is a standout in 2020. A blend of 60% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 10% each Cinsault and Mourvèdre and 5% Counoise, the 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape boasts complex, layered aromas of garrigue, red raspberries and black cherries. Aged largely in stainless steel, it's full-bodied, supple and silky-textured on the palate, with a long, harmonious finish. While flattering to drink young, it should continue to provide pleasure for at least another decade. Nicely done!
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James Lawther MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider
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The 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape is a big winner, with the vintage’s purity and elegance front and center while still bringing beautiful depth of fruit and richness. Black cherries, savory garrigue, spice, and loamy earth all emerge on the nose, and it's medium to full-bodied, pure, balanced, and straight-up seamless on the palate. You should buy a case of this and enjoy bottles over the coming 15 years.
35% Clairette , 25% Grenache Blanc, 25% Roussanne, 15% Bourboulenc. Aged in tank (55%) and new oak (45%). Organic. Reticent but complex with just a hint of melon and stone fruit. Palate generous and full with a density of fruit and minerally edge that runs all the way through. Touch of oak on the finish but hidden depths here with freshness and balance. (JL)