94pts Jeb Dunnuck
Darker berries, raspberries, peppery garrigue, and licorice all emerge from Guigal's 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape, a medium to full-bodied, round, concentrated 2019 that has the vintage's expressive, classic style front and center. I love it today, yet it has the balance as well as structure to evolve for 10-15 years. It's up with the finest vintages of this cuvée I've ever tasted.
94pts James Suckling
Spicy and meaty with a very solid tannic base, this a serious Chateauneuf that has plenty of black fruit appeal, but also the muscular structure for long aging. Firm and focused finish with lots of energy and drive for this vintage.
92pts Vinous
The flamboyant 2019 Châteauneuf-du-Pape packs elevated flavor concentration yet neatly maintains balancing freshness. Swirling the glass unlocks ripe black cherry, melted licorice, raspberry jam and cedar traces. Wait at least one more year before pulling the cork of this bold Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Winemaker Notes
Deep dark red in color with a nose of spices and mature red fruit. The palate shows round tannins with powerful complexity, notes of mature plums, hazelnuts and red fruit. A very rich wine full of harmony and balance.
Blend: 70% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah, 5% Others Varieties