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Tasting notes
Score 91/100 · Drink 2018-2022, Josh Raynolds, Jun 2016

Deep ruby. Sexy, mineral-accented aromas of ripe red berries, candied lavender and Indian spices show very good clarity. Supple, seamless raspberry and cherry compote flavors are nicely concentrated and focused, and a hint of smokiness builds on the back half. At once rich and vibrant, finishing with repeating spiciness and gentle tannic grip.

Critic scores

Critic scores
92
92/100

Average Score

17
17/20

Jancis Robinson MW

91
91/100

Josh Raynolds

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92 points
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
Score 92/100 · Drink 2015-2025, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate, Oct 2015

Most likely the top Côtes du Rhône made in the vintage is the 2013 Côtes du Rhône le Clos du Caillou Reserve. From vineyards bordering Châteauneuf du Pape and incredibly low yields of 19 hectoliters per hectare, this beauty sports a deep ruby color to go with notes of chocolaty dark fruits, pepper, roasted herbs and loamy earth. Medium to full-bodied, rounded and textured, it needs a decant if drinking anytime soon, and will have a decade of prime drinking.

17 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 17/20 · Drink 2015-2022, Jancis Robinson MW, Nov 2014

85% Grenache, 15% Syrah. On mainly sandy soils from the Clos which, for pretty odd historic reasons, wasn’t classified as Châteauneuf. Very old Grenache and younger Mourvèdre that wasn’t good enough to make this wine in 2012 . Mid ruby. Very rich and round. Fun and superior. So much delivery for the money! Spice and polish. Very flattering. Long. VGV (JR)

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Le Clos du Caillou
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Grape Blend

Grenache/ Garnacha , Cinsault, Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro, Syrah / Shiraz

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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