2019 Châteauneuf du Pape rouge Clos des Papes

Jeb Dunnuck 98 points:

Tasted out of bottle, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape is a stunning example of this estate as well as the vintage. Gorgeous cherry, flowery incense, spice box, and garrigue-like notes define the nose, and it hits the palate with classic Clos des Papes elegance and finesse backed up by a great mid-palate, fabulous concentration, and a monster of a finish. Don't miss this beauty. It can be enjoyed today with incredible pleasure or cellared for two decades.

Winespectator 97 points:

This is a stunner, offering a gorgeous core of black tea–infused cassis, plum reduction and raspberry puree flavors. Additional black licorice, black tea and incense notes emerge alongside the fruit on the long, lush, seductive finish, which is harnessed by a graphite frame. A very confidently rendered wine. Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvedre. Best from 2024 through 2040. 10,000 cases made, 700 cases imported. —JM