Guillaume Gonnet, 'Bel Ami' Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2022

91 points Wine Advocate
"A blend of 70% Grenache Noir, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre and 10% Cinsault, the 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape Bel Ami from Guillaume Gonnet reveals a spicy bouquet of fresh thyme, licorice and dark wild berries. Medium to full-bodied, round and enrobing, it's dense with a fleshy core of fruit, velvety tannins and a long, structured, elegant finish. Partly destemmed and matured for 12 months in a combination of foudres, large barrels, stainless steel and concrete tanks, it could improve in the cellar."

Vinous Reverie Notes
Blend: 70% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre and 10% Cinsault. Soil Composition: Round pebbles on the surface, sand, clay and limestone soil. Vine Age: 50 to 90 years old. Tasting notes: Soft round tannins, a very elegant wine. Red and black fruit bouquet, (cherries, blackberries), hints of garrigues, christmas cake and peppery spice. A fine wine. Food pairing: Provencal Daub, Coq au Vin, Magret de Canard (Duck), charcuterie such as parma ham, spicy sausage and a selection of cheeses, such as comté and beaufort.