This 2023 Clos Saint-Jean Deus Ex Machina is a perfumed, velvety Châteauneuf-du-Pape that bursts with melted licorice, crushed rocks, ripe black fruits, and pressed violets. Layers of dried spice accent the rich raspberries and cherries, creating a full-bodied, lush wine with a caressing texture and fine-grained tannins. It rivals the elegance of top-tier Southern Rhône classics while offering a complexity that will evolve beautifully over the next decade. The elevated alcohol is seamlessly woven into the fruit-forward, fresh profile, making it approachable now yet destined for greatness.
Serve this showy red with a slow-roasted lamb shank or aged beef to complement its deep, savory notes.
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