Halos De Jupiter 2020 Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Adrastee

The 2019 vintage in Châteauneuf-du-Pape was heralded as outstanding, shaped by a warm, dry summer that brought small yields of intensely flavored fruit. While the region experienced some hydric stress, old vines with deep root systems thrived, especially on galets roulés (rolled stone) soils. Moderate conditions during harvest allowed for optimal ripeness and balance. As a result, 2019 wines show depth, power, and purity, with refined tannins and excellent aging potential

Tasting Notes & Serving Suggestions:
The 2019 Adrastee opens with a deep, heady bouquet of black cherry, fig, garrigue herbs, lavender, and crushed stones, layered with exotic spice and floral lift. The palate is full-bodied and luxurious, unfolding in waves of ripe raspberry compote, black licorice, roasted coffee, and dark chocolate. Despite its richness, the wine is remarkably poised, with silky tannins and vibrant acidity framing a long, complex finish laced with incense, anise, and savory earth. A wine of immense concentration and finesse, it’s built for both hedonistic pleasure and long-term aging.
Serve at 17–18°C (63–65°F) in large Rhône-style or Burgundy glasses; decant for 2–3 hours when young to soften its structure and release its complexity. Ideal food pairings include herb-crusted lamb, duck confit, beef daube Provençale, or roast game meats. Enjoy now with proper decanting or cellar confidently for 15–20+ years to watch its depth and nuance unfold over time.
96 Pts Jeb Dunnuck