2020 Guillaume Gonnet Chateauneuf-du-Pape Bel Ami

"As to the reds, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Bel Ami is terrific, with juicy red fruit (strawberries, raspberries), spring flowers, and sappy garrigue aromatics in its medium-bodied, beautifully balanced profile. I love its purity, it has fine tannins, and outstanding length. Drink this floral, complex 2020 over the coming decade. The blend is 70% Grenache and 10% each of Syrah, Mourvedre, and Cinsault. Maturity 2022 - 2032. Domaine Guillaume Gonnet is the personal label of Guillaume and Kelly Gonnet. They produce wines from multiple appellations in the Southern Rhône, and the wines are terrific across the board." Review Date: November 2022

"Seductive and pure, with glossy boysenberry and red currant gliding through the round palate. Reveals graphite that lines the palate, with dried thyme and lavender adding lift. This is powered by snappy acidity, which keeps this from being heavy or flat. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault. Drink now through 2035. 20,000 cases made, 10,000 cases imported." - Kristen Bieler Review Date: February 2023