Janasse Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Chaupin 2023

99 points Jeb Dunnuck: "All Grenache sourced mostly from the Chapouin lieu-dit with a splash from Janasse, the 2023 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Chaupin shows a medium ruby hue followed by a pretty, perfumed, remarkably elegant profile. It has a core of sweet red and black berry fruits, absolutely heavenly Provençal aromatics of herbes de Provence, black olive, pepper, and flowers, plus ripe, velvety tannins, flawless balance, and a great finish. Partially destemmed and aged 12 months in 70% foudre and 30% demi-muids, this heavenly 2023 will drink beautifully over the coming two decades. There are roughly 1,500 cases produced. Drink 2025-2045. (11/11/25)"

95+ points Yohan Castaing (Wine Advocate): "As always, a pure Grenache Noir sourced from sandy soils, the 2023 Chateauneuf du Pape Chaupin is a terrific effort. Mingling aromas of wild herbs, dark berries, baked mulberries and garrigue, it avoids the excesses of over-ripeness or overt spice, instead delivering a beautifully controlled expression. Medium- to full-bodied, dense and layered, it displays impressive concentration and a sense of coiled energy, its muscular core of fruit framed by a fine chassis of ripe tannins. The finish is long, delicately spiced and impressively persistent. This will reward patience, as time in bottle should bring greater harmony and finesse. Drink: 2028-2043. (Oct 2025)"

95 points Jeff Leve (The Wine Cellar Insider): "Mildly jammy strawberries, cherries, and flowers already emerge on the nose. The palate offers a smooth blend of creamy red fruits and herbs with ease. There is freshness, elegance, and abundant sweet red fruit flavors, with a hint of licorice and refreshing herbs at play. The wine is made from 100% old vine Grenache, with 30% of the fruit fermented as whole clusters. Drink from 2026 to 2038. (1/8/26)"

94 points Wine Spectator: "[$100 list] Huge in scale, with a potent, warm, sappy profile. Its opulent rush of ripe cherry and licorice is well-framed by polished, firming tannins. Alder, anise and lavender smoke stream through; the finish is well-supported and reined in. Concentrated and broad-shouldered. This is for fans of the hedonistic style yet still shows drive and complexity. Best from 2027 through 2040. (3/31/26)"

94 points James Suckling: "A solid, well-composed and flavorful red with cherries, sweet strawberries, warm herbs and a hint of baked orange. Full-bodied with fine tannins giving a refined texture. Juicy and driven, with a long, flavorful and well-structured finish. Drink or hold. (4/7/25)"

93 points Nicolas Greinacher (Vinous): "Strawberry compote, raspberry jam, licorice and crushed violets introduce the expressive 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Chaupin, with ripe black cherry adding more complexity. Neatly structured through firm tannins, the full-bodied 2023 packs ample flavor concentration and density, doubling down with blackberry flavors and garrigue on the long, savory conclusion. This won’t need as much time to come around as the Vieilles Vignes from the same vintage tasted alongside. Drink: 2027-2038. (Oct 2025)"