94 points Matt Wells (Decanter): "Juicy, rounded, relaxed and transparent. Enjoyably drinkable, approachable and compact, it feels unforced and authentic, with ripe tannins, fresh blackberry acidity and a neat, precise finish. Grown half on large pebbles, half on sand in lieu-dit Les Cassanets. Destemmed then fermented in tronconic concrete vats, then matured mostly in demi-muid and old barriques except for 7% in amphora. 6,800 bottles made. Drinking Window: 2023-2028. (Sep 2021)"
94 points Wine Spectator: "[$112 list] Stylish and sleek, with expressive blackberry and cassis playing out across the silky palate. Features black licorice, smoked apple wood and shaved graphite notes, which fill out the backdrop and add a savory counterpoint. Lengthy, salty-edged finish, where incense and dried herbs cruise along. Grenache and Syrah. Drink now through 2035. 162 cases imported. (11/2/22)"
93 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Les Quartz brings up the intensity and offers more of everything. Framboise, spicy garrigue, black tea, and flowers all emerge from this medium to full-bodied, nicely balanced, downright pretty wine. It doesn't have the concentration of a great vintage but has considerable elegance. (11/11/22)"
Product SKU | 342264 |
Producer | Clos du Caillou |
Country | France |
Region | Rhône |
SubRegion | Southern Rhône |
Appellation | Châteauneuf-du-Pape |
Varietal | Rhone Blends - Red |
Vintage | 2020 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | Red |
ABV | 15.0% |
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