
2022 Chateauneuf du Pape Guide, Part 2, Wine P-Z
2022 Chateauneuf du Pape was a difficult vintage for many producers. But for estates with the terroir to overcome the difficulties of the vintage, there are wines worth looking at.
2022 Chateauneuf du Pape was a difficult vintage for many producers. But for estates with the terroir to overcome the difficulties of the vintage, there are wines worth looking at.
2022 was a challenging, hot, dry, drought and hail struck vintage. Yet, with all that to contend with, some very nice wines were produced.
2021 Chateauneuf du Pape is going to provide all of its pleasures early. The wines already deliver soft-textured, kirsch, strawberry and red cherries with freshness, low levels of alcohol and savory herbs. This classic vintage is perfect for the next decade or so.
2021 Chateauneuf du Pape wines are going to make tasters seeking early drinkability, red fruits, lower alcohol levels and soft tannins quite happy.
2021 Chateauneuf du Pape offer lower alcohol than in the past few, or even several vintages. You also find increased sensations of freshness, purity and elegance. 2021 Chateauneuf du Pape represents a modern, classic style with wines that are going to be delicious in their youth.
2020 Chateauneuf du Pape is a fabulous vintage for Grenache lovers! The wines are supple-textured, elegant, fresh, sweet, and spicy red berry filled gems with slightly lower alcohol levels and slightly less concentration than you find in 2019. And many of the wines are going to be simply delicious on release, or quite early.
2020 Chateauneuf du Pape is a vintage every Southern Rhone wine lover should take a serious look at. The wines are ripe, but not overripe There is a beautiful sense of purity in the sweet, juicy kirsch, balance, supple textures, and elegance that is already providing delicious tasting experiences.