Domaine Grand Tinel Alexis Establet Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2019

Aromas of blackberry compote and cherry-vanilla bonbons introduce this deeply concentrated Grenache. In contrast to the producer’s unoaked Heres, this intensely berried bottling showcases old-vine Grenache matured 18 months in new and old oak casks, lending roundness and heft to the palate along with subtle accents of ash and singed anise. Framed by fine-grained but penetrating tannins, this powerful wine should drink well for decades to come. Score – 96. (Anna Lee C. Iijima, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 1, 2021)