Rhone Valley
Château de Beaucastel - Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Hommage à Jacques Perrin - Rouge - 2020
Characteristics
Country / Region: Rhone Valley
Vintage: 2020
Name: AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grape variety: Blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah and Counoise
Alcohol: 15 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 2 stars in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2023 (RVF)
Estate rated 5 stars in the Guide Bettane et Desseauve 2023
Guide Bettane et Desseauve 2023: 97/100
Robert Parker: 97-99/100
Wine:
Opulent and robust, with a foundation of 60% Mourvèdre, the 2020 red Châteauneuf-du-Pape Hommage à Jacques Perrin is a stellar creation. Its mature nose, hinting at black truffle, ushers in a lavish, radiant wine that unfurls with concentrated depth, intense flavors, and silky tannins, culminating in a remarkable finish. Once again, this intricate blend comes tantalizingly close to perfection. An elite wine, it's destined for prolonged aging.Vinification:
Hand harvested.Certified Organic and Biodynamic wine.
Color:
Intense ruby red with slightly purplish reflections.Nose:
Beautiful aromas of black fruits underlined by spicy touches and dry herbs.Palate:
Voluptuous, this wine with its concentrated texture and consistent structure develops an intense and complex power, an elegant tannic framework confirming that this is a legendary wine
Temperature:
Serve at 16 to 18°C in a large glass.Food and wine pairing:
Wagyu beef steak with mashed potatoes and morels, tagine with dried apricots and blanched almonds, duck parmentier with pepper.Cellar aging:
Ideally from 2025 and until 2040 and more for enthusiasts.
The Château de Beaucastel stands as a symbol of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, marking itself as one of the most forward-thinking and outstanding estates of the appellation. Its impressive pebbly terroir and meticulous dedication shape high-caliber, profound, and graceful wines that age gracefully.
Experience the uniqueness of these wines, marked by unparalleled complexity and sophistication, through this exceptional cuvée named "Hommage à Jacques Perrin," produced since 1989. Today, this bottle is among the most sought-after in Châteauneuf and is recognized as one of the greatest wines globally.