Chateauneuf du Pape Les Galimardes 2020 Domaine Giraud
€ 75,63 (in Vat)
Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Red |
Brand | Domaine Giraud |
Vintage | 2020 |
Country | France |
Region | Rhone |
Grape | Grenache, Syrah/Shiraz |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Perfect |
Drinkable | 2023-2040 |
Stock | 30 |
Professional reviews
Robert Parker (96)
Still maturing in concrete at the time of my visit, the 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Gallimardes comes from the lieu-dit of the same name, located south of the village. It's a classic galets roulés-and-clay terroir, with the old-vine Grenache that makes up 90% of the assemblage planted around 1903 (the Syrah component is more recent). Concentrated black cherries dominate the nose, yet this full-bodied effort is remarkably silky and fresh, with its long finish marked by a zesty-briny note.
BOW (8.50)
Vinous (94)
The 2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Galimardes aged for 18 months in a combination of new oak barriques and concrete vats. It offers up intense aromas of rose petals, very ripe red fruits, exotic spices and a dash of white pepper. Compared to the Tradition, the 2020 Les Galimardes has a higher proportion of Grenache, a little bit less Syrah and no Mourvèdre at all. The result is a massively concentrated, full-bodied red with a firm tannic structure balanced by lively acidity. What both wines have in common is their hedonistic appeal and age-worthiness.
James Suckling (94)
A great classic with loads of damson plums, dark berries, mocha and sweet spices. Full-bodied with finely grained tannins and a rich core of berries on the palate. Creamy and well put together. Fresh acidity with a dark cherry-like character emphasizes the flavorful and vibrant finish. 90% grenache and 10% syrah. Drink or hold.