An even split of Grenache and Mourvèdre, the 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape Les Hesperides is another upfront, perfumed wine in the vintage. Ripe black cherries, roasted garrigue, leather, and some meaty notes give way to a medium to full-bodied, spicy, savory, complex 2022 that offers ripe, building tannins as well as a great finish. This sun-kissed effort will evolve nicely over the coming 10-12 years.

The delicious 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Hespirides is at eye level with the magnificent 2020. Prominent licorice, cured meat, black cherry and thyme are all nicely delineated. Gently framed by ripe tannins, the 2022 hits the palate with sweet-tasting fruit and closes with a persistent finish.