I was blown away by the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Chaupin, a 100% Grenache release that comes almost exclusively from the Chaupin lieu-dit in the northern part of the appellation. It's never as inky-hued or powerful as the...

In contrast, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Les Petits Pieds D'Armand comes all from a sandy section of the La Crau lieu-dit, and it’s a touch more elegant and finesse-driven, yet also brings more sweet fruit. Classic...

Readers looking for a classic, incredibly satisfying wine that should keep for a decade should jump on the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape from Olivier Hillaire. Mostly Grenache with 10% Syrah, it has textbook notes of ripe...