2020 - Pape Clement, Pessac-Leognan

Country: France |
Region: Bordeaux |
Appellation: Pessac-Leognan |
Producer: Pape Clement |
Classification: Cru Classe |
Colour: Red |
ABV: 14% |
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Tasting Notes

95
Vinous Neal Martin - 12 Nov 24
The 2020 Pape Clément has a comparatively light, rather "aloof" bouquet that demands rigorous coaxing in the glass. This might be going through a dumb phase. The palate is very elegant and harmonious, exerting insistent grip and finely judged acidity with a vivacious, persistent finish. It's wonderful, but it needs time for the aromatics to fully open. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting.
Drinking Date: 2030 - 2060
95
Inside Bordeaux Jane Anson - 15 Feb 23
Muscular tannins that have grip and staying power, exuberant while staying on the right side of the line, giving punch and definition without drowning the fruit. Cassis, liqourice, slate, crayon, crushed rocks, very much on style for Pape Clement and an excellent wine with staying power. Harvest started September 10. Heavy bottle. 60% new oak.
Drinking Date: 2027 - 2048
94
The Wine Independent Lisa Perrotti-Brown - 12 Mar 23
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2020 Pape Clement is composed of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, and 1% Cabernet Franc. It is wearing quite a lot of oak on the nose at this stage, giving way to a powerful core of baked plums and blackcurrant cordial notes, plus wafts of Indian spices and crushed rocks. The medium to full-bodied palate is laden with lively black fruits and a firm, grainy texture, finishing long and earthy.
Drinking Date: 2025 - 2045