Clos Caillou, Chateauneuf Du Pape other_regions indeed this is unusually elegant

indeed this is unusually elegant for the appellation with its slightly more expressive nose of white flower

all enlivened by brisk acidity

stony finish

17 ha parcel of 40+ year old vines

Clos Caillou, Chateauneuf Du Pape other_regions indeed this is unusually elegantThe 2001 Chateauneuf du Pape is drinking perfectly, and to my mind, is getting close to full maturity. Black cherry and assorted darker fruits all mix nicely with notions of garrigue, licorice and wild herbs. It opens up in the glass to show a medium bodied, silky, balanced and textured style. Im a fan. Consume it over the coming handful of years. This was a massive tasting with the team at Clos du Caillou and we went through each of their cuvees