2022 Usseglio Chateauneuf du Pape

"Enticing nose of red fruit and spices that is fresher than many 2022 Chateauneufs. Rich and fleshy, but also very elegant thanks to the fine tannins and lively acidity. I love the savory and dry earth complexity at the finish. A cuvee of grenache, mourvedre, syrah, cinsault and counoise from biodynamically grown grapes. Matured almost entirely in concrete tanks. Bottled unfiltered. Drink or hold."

"The promising 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape (tasted from tank) boasts effusive cherry, stone fruit and garrigue notes. Full-bodied and silky-textured, it looks to be an excellent vintage for this cuvée, finishing with great length and elegance. In 2022 Usseglio said, "We had a good winter, then it was very dry, with small berries. With the coolish nights, the vines didn't stop—we already had finesse at the end of August. The ferments went fast, malolactic was quick [and] the wines are accessible early, like 2007." If the wines really turn out like 2007, the 2022 vintage could be one for the ages—and not just at this domaine. Drink 2024 - 2035"

“80% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre, 6% Syrah, 3% Cinsault and 1% Counoise. Partially destemmed and vinified in concrete tanks. Aged in a mix of foudres, old oak barrels and concrete tanks. Certified organic and biodynamic. Leading off the reds with the 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape (mostly Grenache with small amounts of Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, and Counoise), it has a pretty, perfumed, elegant, and medium-bodied style to go with a floral perfume of sweet raspberry and cherry fruits, notes of baking spices and peppery, Provençal garrigue, fine tannins, and a great finish. It's a great example of the quality and style of this estate today. It will drink nicely in its youth yet evolve for 10-15 years if well stored."