Lovely dark red fruits on the nose, a gorgeous sultry florality to it, something a little bit savoury too, pencil led and smoke - extremely welcoming. Great succulence on the palate, juicy and alive, really fresh with the charm of Merlot fully on show. Characterful, structured, mouthwatering and approachable with soft and smooth tannins. Seductive and so enjoyable. From a single 9ha block estate, a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 900m away from Haut Bailly.
94 points, Georgina Hindle, Decanter (Jan 2022)
An intense, deftly-expressed and beautifully concentrated Le Pape, with spiced plum, pencil lead and liqurice notes on the opening beats, softening into raspberry and blueberry fruits. A low 30hl/h yield but they have teased out fresh acidities to give a mouthwatering finish. 30% new oak, harvest Septmber 9 to 25.
93 points, Jane Anson (Feb 2023)
The 2020 Le Pape is generous, dark, rich and inviting. Black cherry, very elegant, nuanced and charming. Dark cherry, lavender, spice, menthol, licorice and dried herbs are nicely delineated. Le Pape is 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. In this vintage it is especially refined and vibrant. I loved it.
92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Feb 2023)
Top Quality Store
