2020 Poujeaux
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Tasted blind. Deep crimson. Pure, dark cedary fruit. Firm, slightly thick but smooth tannins. Really smooth. Easy and approachable despite the depth of tannin, which is a bit of a block on the finish at the moment, all smooth chocolate at the end. (JH)
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
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The 2020 Poujeaux has an attractive nose featuring raspberry and dark berry fruit, with touches of violet and strawberry pastilles. The palate is medium-bodied with a very peppery entry. It's granular in texture and notably minerally, with a fine-boned finish that needs a touch more flesh. Not bad, though I feel this might have closed down a little since I tasted it just after bottling. This just doesn't quite shine today. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting.
The 2020 Poujeaux is a strong follow-up to the excellent 2019. Wafting from the glass with aromas of cherries, minty blackberries, pencil shavings and licorice, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and lively, with excellent concentration, refined tannins and a penetrating finish. A touch more tightly wound out of the gates than the 2019, it will reward a few years' patience with a broad drinking window.
About the producer
The Cuvelier family, which also owns Clos Fourtet, purchased this estate in 2008. It is one of the stars of the appellation, renowned for producing wine that is well above the standard of its neighbours.