Château Pape Clément 2020

Superb aromas of blackberries, crushed stones, iodine and graphite. Full-bodied with ultra fine tannins and a balanced finish. Such length and beauty. Very close to the 2019 in quality.

Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2020 Pape Clement comes barreling out of the glass with bold notes of cassis, plum preserves and licorice, giving way to scents of cedar chest, crushed rocks, charcoal and pencil lead. The medium to full-bodied palate is tightly coiled with beautiful tension and a firm, finely grained texture locking in the layers of black fruits and minerals, finishing with great length and energy. The blend this year is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Merlot, aging mainly in French oak barrels, 66% new, with about 10% aging in large oak barrels. The wine will spend approximately 18 months in barrels. Drinking window: 2028 – 2060. Lisa Perrotti-Brown

Dark purple color with violet hue and black core. Expressive nose with aroma reminiscent of blackcurrants and blackberries, hints of graphite and pencil shavings, discreet toasting in the background. On the palate juicy and well structured with ripe and juicy fruit, balanced tannins and elegant acidity, freshness in the aftertaste, a wine with excellent length.