2023 Le Clos du Caillou "La Réserve" Châteauneuf-du-Pape
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Reviewed October 2025Crafted from vines rooted in sandy soils, the 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Réserve is a compelling marriage of elegance and power. Unwinding in the glass with aromas of cherries, wild berries, peonies, crushed strawberries and exotic spices, it is medium- to full-bodied, round and juicy, with an enveloping core of fruit, velvety tannins and a long, lively and delicate finish. A blend of 60% Grenache Noir and 40% Mourvèdre, matured for 14 months in a mix of used barrels (40%) and large foudres, this is not the most extroverted wine in the range, but it is undoubtedly one destined for the cellar. (YC)
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Wine Enthusiast
Expressive high-toned aromas of strawberry, rhubarb, and rose lead into a beautifully pure red and black fruit core. Poised yet powerful, the palate reveals cardamom, salt, and stone, transitioning into dark cherries, savory notes, red licorice, and rose petal. Complex and delicious, it should cellar well through 2040+. *Cellar Selection* (ACC)
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Jeb Dunnuck
Black cherries, black raspberries, leather, savory flowers, subtle pepper, and some mineral-like nuances define the 2023 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Réserve, which is based on 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvèdre from sandy Safre soils in the la Guigasse and Pignan lieu-dits, fully destemmed and aged 14 months in 60% demi-muids and 40% neutral barrels. It's medium to full-bodied, has a pure, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. It's technically just about perfect, yet I think this cuvée today can lack a touch of character, especially when compared to the Les Quartz cuvée. Nevertheless, with roughly 600 cases produced, it's clearly a beautiful, elegant wine that will evolve nicely for 15+ years.
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Wine Spectator
A decadent, opulent style that features a refreshing jolt of herbs and dried garrigue, with graphite lift for balance. Red currant and fleshy cherry are layered with dried garrigue and ginger snap. Shows pleasing meatiness on the focused finish, stitched up with stylish, polished tannins. There’s a lot to love. Grenache and Mourvèdre. (KB)
Details
| Origin | Chateauneuf du Pape, Rhone, France |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Rhone Blends |
| SKU | 1915003 |