Château Pesquié Ascensio 2018

Pure, pulsating black-plum and preserved-strawberry flavors take center stage in this Grenache (augmented by 5% Syrah). Matured entirely in cement tanks, it’s unabashedly forward but has a thrilling veil of salt, cut stone and earth that lends lift and finesse throughout. Produced only in outstanding vintages, this bottling spectacularly expresses the power, concentration and freshness of Ventoux. Editors’ Choice. Score – 96. (Anna Lee C. Iijima, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 1, 2021)