2019 Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Magnum 1.5L, Southern Rhone

So much ripe damson-plum and blackberry fruit, but also notes of licorice, candied ginger and baking spices. In spite of all the considerable power and concentration, this is anything but loud or domineering, rather it tastes very poised and precise. Very long finish with pronounced stony character. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.

97 points jamessuckling.com Apr 2022

Saturated violet color. Powerful, mineral-accented cherry, blackberry, licorice and -garrigue- scents, along with a hint of candied flowers. Deep, penetrating and alluringly sweet, offering cherry liqueur, dark berry, lavender, exotic spice and cola flavors that are given spine by a core of juicy acidity. In a concentrated yet lively, fluid style. Finishes extremely long and precise, with building tannins and a powerful echo of spiciness and florality.

95 points Josh Raynolds vinous.com Drink 2026 - 2036

The Perrin family needs no introduction to Rhône wine lovers, such has been the success of their work at their domaine in the northern reaches of the appellation. Despite the weather challenges of 2017, 2018 and 2019, the classic cuvée maintain a legendary reputation in Châteauneuf and have even improved on it. Give these vintages some time in bottle, especially the 2019.