
Les Cailloux (white) 2019
A great Rhône Valley white wine which allies terroir energy and the originality of the Roussanne.
Terroir
The Domaine’s white Châteauneuf-du-Pape is made using 2 plots – each one growing only one type of grape. Les Serres only grows the Roussanne and Le Revès only grows Grenache Blanc.
Although the Roussanne isn’t typical for a Châteauneuf-du-Pape white, it brings aromaticity, finesse and elegance whereas the Grenache Blanc brings structure and energy. This terroir, full of round pebbles, is characteristic of the appellation and bestows an all-important ageing ability to this white wine, enabling it to express its full potential in several years.
Tasting Notes
A floral scent which is both fruity and honey-like, a mineral taste with viscosity in the finish, this wine will surprise you by its complexity and evolution of these aromas all throughout the tasting.
The 2019 vintage with exceptional climatic conditions, allowed the roussanne to fully express itself : elegance, finesse and length are the main characteristics of these unique vintage and wine.
Wine-Food Pairing
White meat and fish with sauces, goat cheese.
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Vinification
The grapes are picked early in the morning to not expose them to the heat. To limit any contact with oxygen, they are pressed immediately and the juice is put into concrete vats to macerate. No malolactic fermentation.Maturing
Ageing for 6 months on lees in a concrete vat. No barrel.When to drink
This wine will be fully mature after a minimum of 5 years of ageing.
Blending
Roussanne (80%), Grenache (20%).Average age of the vines
30 yearsYield
30 hl / hType of harvest
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Press review
Les Cailloux mis à l'honneur dans le Guide Vert de la Revue du Vin de France 2021
Parmi les trois meilleurs vins blancs de l'appellation ! Le Domaine tient vraiment son rang dans les deux couleurs....
Cailloux blanc 2016 - 94 pts au Wine Spectator !
Racy and engaging, with a mix of fennel, chamomile and verbena notes giving this cut and lift from the start, while the...
Les Cailloux Blancs 2015 - 92 pts par Josh Reynolds ! - Vinous
Pale gold. Vibrant, high-pitched aromas of Meyer lemon , pear and white flowers, along with zesty mineral and ginger...
Les Cailloux Blank 2014 - 93 points
Domaine André Brunel Châteauneuf-du-Pape White Les Cailloux 2014 93 points A ripe, fruit-driven style, with...
Les Cailloux Blanc 2013 - 91 points in Wine Advocate !
Les Cailloux Blanc 2013 - 91 points in Wine Advocate ! "A forward, medium-bodied and perfumed effort, Brunel's 2013...
Les Cailloux Blanc 2013 - Coup de coeur Gault & Millau !
Les Cailloux blancs 2013 - 16.5 sur 20 et coup de cœur de la rédaction "Ce gaillard roboratif est puissamment...
Les Cailloux Blancs 2013 - 92 points in Wine Spectator !
92 points ! A must have vintage ! Shows a rounded, plump feel, with creamy-edged yellow apple, melon and heather notes...
Cailloux Blank - 2013 Vintage - Great Success
Comments of The white Cailloux 2013 : “Fragrance of pine, resin and the Garrigue. Deliciously full,...
The French Wine Review (RVF) 2014: **
Although not very well known in France, André Brunel can nevertheless boast belonging to the elite few within the...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Les Cailloux Blanc 2012 - 90 points
In addition to producing top reds, Brunel makes some fantastic whites and his 2012 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc is...