Château de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020

“A polished, stylish version, with oak spice and toasty cedar encasing fruitcake, warm fig and red currant flavors. Incredibly concentrated, this glides through with suave tannins and a silky feel on the long finish that's dusted with mocha. Very well-made, this is built for a long life in the cellar. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Counoise and Vaccarèse. Drink now through 2035. 2,500 cases made, 500 cases imported.”

“Strong ruby colour, purple reflections, broad brightening on the rim. Delicately tobacco, fine garrique nuances, black cherries, some liquorice, hints of coconut and vanilla. Juicy, sweet texture, a fine oak note, ripe tannins, nougat on the finish, red berries. Shows length and has good ageing potential.”

“A beautifully balanced Chateauneuf with an impressive freshness for this ripe vintage. The floral aromas accentuate the impression of lightness and the silky mouthfeel, which the super-fine tannins create, completes the picture. Very long finish. A cuvee of 65% grenache, 25% syrah, and 10% mourvèdre.”