Lavau Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020

Luscious and ripe, with cherry coulis and blueberry underscored by smoked garrigue, violet and anise. Round and concentrated on the palate, this is gently framed by very fine-grained tannins. The licorice-laced finish shows nice mineral details. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Drink now through 2032. Score – 92. (Kristen Bieler, winespectator.com, Feb. 28, 2023)