
Les Cailloux (reds) 2015
A Châteauneuf-du-Pape allying the powerful terroir to the characteristic finesse and elegance of the Domaine wines.
Terroir
This cuvee gets its name from the countless round pebbles present in the vineyards as well being at the origin of the Domaine’s name.
The vineyard is composed of multiple plots, with each having its own characteristics which give this wine its incredible complexity: Bois de la Ville and Les Serres have a deficient and filtering gravel bed making for perfect draining of water to obtain a very concentrated juice. Farguerol and Cansaud have red and blue clays which boast an extremely rich aromatic property. Finally Cabrières and Revès whose chalky-like limestone brings the overall structure and long finish to the whole.
Tasting notes
The 2015 vintage, with exceptional climatic conditions, allowed the grenache to fully express itself.
Bouquet: dominant aromas of red fruits enhanced by a woody touch from the barrel-contained Syrah grapes.
A great taste of red fruits, leather and undergrowth. The tannins are harmonious and elegant. Long finish in the mouth allowing for even more complex aromas of undergrowth, leather ... the wine allies strength and elegance, complexity of secondary aromas while keeping a fruity freshness.
Wine-Food Pairing
Red Meat - Game.
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Vinification
Concrete vat, destemming at 70% for the Grenache, and total destemming for the other grape varieties, racking and return for 5 weeks.Maturing
Ageing for 18 months in barrels, from 1 to 2 years for the Syrah, ageing in concrete vats for 18 months for the other varieties. Final blending 6 months before bottling.When to drink
These wines may be enjoyed when young to fully appreciate the fresh red fruits brought by the Grenache. But their ageing potential will fully reveal itself after a minimum of 5 years and their peak at around 10 years.
Blending
Grenache (70%), mourvèdre (17%), syrah (10%), cinsault (3%).Average age of the vines
60 yearsYield
30 hl / hType of harvest
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Press review
Centenaire 2015 - 95 pts in the Wine Cellar Insider !
If silky textures and a purity of fruit are what you’re seeking, you came to the right place. Soft, polished,...
Les Cailloux 2015 - 91 pts in the Wine Cellar Insider !
Sweet cherries and pepper line right up for the perfume. On the palate, the wine is fresh, forward and polished , which...
Les Cailloux 2013 - 95 points ! - A Wine to Know ! by Wine Speed
Great Châteauneuf-du-Pape has a lusciousness and beauty that is show stopping ! And Les Cailloux (“The Round...
Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Spectator !
Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Spectator ! "Silky and perfumy, with bergamot, red currant, warm raspberry...
Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Advocate !
Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Advocate ! "A lighter weight, elegant and seamless example of this cuvee,...
Josh Raynolds quotation for 2012 vintage
2012 Les Cailloux Rouge 90 - 92 points Bright ruby. Fresh raspberry and cherry on the nose, with a mineral nuance...
Josh Raynolds quotation for 2011 vintage
2011 Les Cailloux Rouge 92 points Brilliant ruby-red. Spicy red berry preserve and floral aromas are complemented by...
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 - 2011 Vintage - 94 points
While there was no Cuvee Centenaire produced, Brunel’s 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape is certainly one of the stars of...