Chateauneuf du Pape Habemus Papam Domaine Santa Duc 2016 (750ML)

95-97 Points, Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Still in foudre, the 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Habemus Papam looks to have softened considerably since I tasted it last year. Floral-herbal notes accent ripe cherries, while the palate boasts a wonderfully rich, creamy texture. Full-bodied, with supple tannins, this tour de force is long, silky and elegant." 8/18

92-94 Points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous: "Limpid ruby. Deep, smoke-accented dark berry and violet pastille scents are energized by a jolt of peppery spice. Smoky, sweet and broad in the mouth, offering concentrated boysenberry and cherry liqueur flavors and a hint of candied licorice. Shows very good power and energy and finishes with excellent persistence, featuring velvety, late-arriving tannins and a discreet touch of gaminess." 7/18

95 Points, James Suckling, jamessuckling.com: "Very suave, intense and detailed wine with an array of ripe, red fruit, dark berries in the blue-to-purple spectrum and a swathe of wild herbs. Gently spicy play of oak. The palate has a very composed and focused feel. Long, fine, even and plush tannins. Drink in 2020." 08/18

93 Points, Jeb Dunnuck, www.jebdunnuck.com: "The 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Habemus Papam is another fresh, medium to full-bodied, classic wine from this estate. Giving up ample red and black fruits, ground pepper, new leather, and garrigue-like aromas and flavors, it's nicely textured, has remarkable purity, and ripe tannins. Drink it any time over the coming 10-15 years." 9/18