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Famille Chaussy Chateauneuf du Pape Selection 2020

$4999
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This is Chateauneuf from Mas de Boislauzon under the family's own name — the Chaussys have been making wine here for five generations, and the sixth is already at work. Daniel Chaussy handles the cellar and his sister Christine the business, farming 11.5 hectares of Chateauneuf-du-Pape in the northern sector of the appellation, spread across the lieux-dits of Cabrieres, Boislauzon, La Gardiole, Palestor and les Brusquieres. The estate is certified organic with biodynamic practice woven in, and the wine is made the classical way: fermentation in concrete, then aging split between tank and barrel, so the fruit stays front and center rather than getting varnished with new oak. The blend leads with Grenache and leans on Mourvedre for structure and savor, with a little Syrah. With five years in bottle this is the one to open tonight — a short decant is all it needs.

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  • If the wine is less than 10 years old and it is corked, you may return it to us for a full refund or exchange within 60 days of purchase. You must show us proof of purchase. We understand that you may not live near a shop and that it is difficult to ship open bottles of wine to us, so if there's any problem feel free to Contact Us and we'll work it out.
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Antonio Galloni

89 points

"The 2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Sélection Famille Chaussy is showing nicely, revealing lively aromas of red fruits, tomato loaf and dried herbs. Full-bodied and rich, it is wrapped in slightly unrefined tannins but concludes with a sapid finish." —Nicolas Greinacher

Robert Parker

91 points

"While the regular bottling from this large estate seemed off when I tried it, the 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape Selection Famille Chaussy showed no shortcomings. Scents of cola, dried spices and ripe plums mark the nose, while the full-bodied palate boasts a softly dusty texture, decent richness and ample depth, finishing long and concentrated. It's a tank-aged blend of 50% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre and 20% Syrah, all from limestone-based soils." —Joe Czerwinski

Wine Spectator

94 points

"Powerful yet elegant, with a firming core of graphite surrounded by fresh cherry and damson plum. Offers wet earth, dried tobacco, incense and subtle mulling spices that fill out the beautifully textured palate, which is upheld with good freshness. Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah. Best from 2024 through 2035."

More about Famille Chaussy

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Grenache , Red Blend , Syrah

  • Vintage

    2020

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Organic

  • Style

    Earthy , Rich

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Medium Bodied

Flatiron's Take

From the Importer

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Daube of beef with olives, roast leg of lamb with rosemary, or braised short ribs. Good with an aged Comte or a hard sheep's cheese at the end of the meal.

Tasting Profile

Ripe black cherry and plum with garrigue herbs, licorice, black pepper and a meaty, leathery edge from the Mourvedre. Full-bodied, warm and generous, with moderate acidity and tannins that have softened into the fruit. Long, spicy, savory finish.