Rotem and Mounir Saouma Châteauneuf-du-Pape Magis 2020 (96 WS)
“Powerful and sleek, this shows a glistening beam of yellow apple wrapped in stylish oak, with tremendous underlying concentration. Modern and very well-executed, with a saline streak, this hums with mineral energy and impressive structure on the seemingly never-ending finish.” – K.B. 10/23
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Rotem and Mounir Saouma
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Magis 2020
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Another unsurprising but jaw-dropping discovery when encountering the Saouma wines: Magis, Mounir's white Châteauneuf from the heavily limestone Pierredon vineyard in Bedarrides. It makes sense that a producer of great white Burgundy would quickly become enchanted by the possibilities here. Only 3% of Châteauneuf is white, and virtually all of it is bottled after 6 months. Mounir's Châteauneuf is aged 18-24 months and has already been compared to some of the great white Burgundy crus for its depth and minerality.
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Rotem and Mounir Saouma
Rhône Valley, France
Burgundy meets the Rhone. An utter respect for tradition, and in some ways a total break. We've watched as Mounir and Rotem Saouma, of Burgundy producer Lucien Le Moine, slowly developed their estate and wines in Chateauneuf-du-Pape, and the results today are too extraordinary and distinct to ignore.
