La Ferme du Mont, an esteemed winery in the heart of the Southern Rhône, continues to impress with its latest vintages. Known for their commitment to quality and craftsmanship, La Ferme du Mont’s offerings are a testament to the exceptional terroir of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. In this blog post, we will explore the recent reviews and scores of their standout wines from the 2022 and 2021 vintages.
Vendange Blanc 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape
The 2022 Vendange Blanc is primarily composed of Grenache Blanc and showcases a medium gold hue. It features juicy apple and citrus-driven fruit, complemented by floral and mint nuances. This wine is beautifully balanced, medium-bodied, with good acidity and outstanding length. It is expected to age gracefully over the next 3-5 years.
Score: 93 by Kristen Bieler, Wine Spectator
Vendange Rouge 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape
The 2022 Vendange Rouge is a classic representation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, offering a rounded, rich style with notes of mulled red and black fruits, garrigue, and pepper. Its velvety tannins and balanced profile ensure it will be accessible early yet evolve gracefully with time.
Score: 91-93 by Roberto Petronio, The French Wine Review
Capelan Rouge 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Comprising 80% Grenache with Syrah and Mourvèdre, the Capelan Rouge 2022 is deep ruby/purple-hued, boasting lively black and blue fruits, sappy flowers, spicy wood, and graphite. This medium to full-bodied wine has notable mid-palate depth and integrated acidity. Though young, it promises to age well over the next 4-6 years, potentially lasting until 2044.
Score: 91-94 by Jeb Dunnuck
Le Rif 2022 Vacqueyras
A blend of 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah, and 20% Mourvèdre, the 2022 Le Rif Vacqueyras offers concentrated red and black fruit, a medium to full body, and a round, expansive mouthfeel. Classic peppery, garrigue-like aromatics and a hint of oak make this wine a standout.
Score: 91-93 by Matt Walls, Decanter
Jugunda 2022 Gigondas
The 2022 Jugunda Gigondas, composed of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, presents dark plum and blackberry fruit with notes of graphite, pepper, and crushed stone. This powerful, structured wine will benefit from 2-4 years of cellaring, maturing gracefully through 2037.
Score: 92-94 by Jeb Dunnuck, October 2023
Le Ponnant 2020 Côtes du Rhône Villages
A full-bodied red, Le Ponnant 2020 features black currants, macerated plum, black licorice, clove, and baking spices, with base notes of singed iron and charred apple wood. The firm tannins and flash of acidity guide the finish, making it a delightful wine to enjoy now through 2028.
Score: 90 by Wine Spectator, September 2023
