96 points. - James Suckling
96 points. - Jeb Dunnuck
96 points. - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2019 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Barbe Rac is a powerful yet refined expression of old-vine Grenache, offering an intense bouquet of black cherry, ripe raspberry and plum layered with notes of dried herbs, licorice, dark chocolate and warm spice. The palate is rich and concentrated with velvety tannins, remarkable depth and a long, complex finish marked by hints of garrigue and sweet spice. Sourced from very old Grenache vines planted on the classic galet-covered soils of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this wine combines richness with elegance and excellent ageing potential. It pairs beautifully with roasted lamb, grilled wagyu or ribeye steak, duck confit, game dishes or slow-braised beef.
96 points. - Jeb Dunnuck
96 points. - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2019 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Barbe Rac is a powerful yet refined expression of old-vine Grenache, offering an intense bouquet of black cherry, ripe raspberry and plum layered with notes of dried herbs, licorice, dark chocolate and warm spice. The palate is rich and concentrated with velvety tannins, remarkable depth and a long, complex finish marked by hints of garrigue and sweet spice. Sourced from very old Grenache vines planted on the classic galet-covered soils of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this wine combines richness with elegance and excellent ageing potential. It pairs beautifully with roasted lamb, grilled wagyu or ribeye steak, duck confit, game dishes or slow-braised beef.