Clos Caillou, Chateauneuf Du Pape other_regions Fine-grained tannins firm the moderately

Fine-grained tannins firm the moderately spiced finish

it's immediately charming and seductive

black raspberry and discreet hints of spice and black pepper

Like a ballerina

Tasted at the domaine in January 2025

Clos Caillou, Chateauneuf Du Pape other_regions Fine-grained tannins firm the moderatelyThe 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