Domaine de Ferrand Chateauneuf du Pape 2021

Readers who love the fresh, elegant style of these cooler vintages will love the 2021 Châteauneuf Du Pape, a spicy, perfumed, floral, and incredibly charming Châteauneuf Du Pape. Black raspberries, flowers, game, pepper, and garrigue notes all define the aromatics, and it's medium-bodied, with a supple, elegant mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. This incredibly floral, perfumed, graceful Châteauneuf Du Pape will drink nicely over the coming decade or so.

Ripe strawberry, licorice, dried herbs and a sprinkle of white pepper present the 2021 Châteauneuf-du- Pape. Although closing in slightly below my expectations from barrel, it's a solid red nonetheless. Medium to full-bodied and offering excellent freshness, the 2021 feels quite complete. An elegant conclusion rounds it all up.