Château Pape Clément 2019

This shows attractive aromas and flavors of chocolate, walnuts, wet earth, mushrooms and berries with full-body, round and refined tannins and a subtle, focused finish. Excellent length, in a sophisticated way. Chewy at the end.

Purplish purple. The bouquet of Pape Clément is marked by fruity notes and by its aging, to a nevertheless balanced extent. On the palate the wine knows how to combine charm and freshness. It has grainy tannins and a lively structure that supports the aromatics. The whole must still gain harmony but the prospects are promising. 2024-2039.

Continuing the strong performance of Pape Clement over recent vintages. Violet edging around the glass, and a supple tannic hold that both constricts and expands the fruit through the palate, giving a sense of momentum. There is a firm tannic grip, given drama by notes of black pepper and bitter chocolate, and a slate textured finish to slow things down and hold the flavor. Malolactic fermentation in barrels (60%) new, and aging in both barrels (90%) and larger oak casks. Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc are planted in the vineyard, but not yet in the 1st wine. Certified bee-friendly. Tasted twice, two weeks apart, excellent both times. Drinking Window 2027 - 2040

Dark and intense color. Very aromatic and complex nose, with ripe fruitiness. Soft on the attack, juicy in the mid-palate and above all extremely fragrant, the wine evolves savorily, on a rather tender whole, towards a good length without angle.