This most recent visit to Châteauneuf-du-Pape follows along with those for the reports of Gigondas as well as Cairanne, all taking place in one very intense week in early March of this year. This latest Tasting Report of nearly 230 wines blew away the previous report from 2024 and made it clear that when scheduling for next year, I’ll need to allow for more time in the region. Out of all the things to have happened this year, this gives me the most joy to think about for the future […]

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