yet wonderfully drinkable
Well-integrated acidity provides balance and poise
polish and a deep Serralunga growl
especially for its aromatic whites
Deep mahogany with a glimmer of green-amber at the rim
2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Réserve, Le Clos Du Caillou 90+ Points yet wonderfully drinkableDeep garnet in the glass, this is Chteauneuf at its most refined, powerful yet poised, confident without excess. The nose unfolds in layers of black cherry, plum and dried fig, with undertones of violet, thyme, cocoa and warm spice. On the palate, its seamless and structured with ripe fruit wrapped in fine grained tannins, balanced by mineral freshness and a graceful, lingering finish. Theres intensity here, but also restraint, the calm assurance of a