Rotem & Mounir Saouma, Magis, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, 2016

96
Tasted by: Andrew Jefford
(at Vieux Bouigard, 15 Apr 2018)
Drinking Window: 2020 - 2030
This wine is a work in progress – but everything suggests that it will be a majestic Magis. At this stage it's a kind of engine of blossom, hurling spring-fresh fruit tree petals out in every direction. On the palate it's hyper-expressive and articulate; blossomy for now, but with plenty of marrow packing its bones, too. Look out for this exceptionally promising wine in a year or two. Barrel sample. Scored 95-97
Producer
Rotem & Mounir Saouma
Brand
Magis
Vintage
2016
Wine Type
Still
Colour
White
Country
France
Region
Appellation
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Cork
Body
Full
Grapes
Grenache Blanc / Garnacha Blanca