6 bottles per lot
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Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Le Clos du Caillou Réserve--Vintage 2001
Rhône. Domaine-bottled: Domaine de Caillou, Vacheron
In original wooden case
Tasting Note: As frighteningly spectacular as the 2000 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Réserve Le Clos du Caillou was (Ive drunk a half dozen or more bottles since my initial report), the 2001 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Réserve Le Clos du Caillou is one of the most monumental wines of this appellation I have ever tasted. A legendary effort that pays homage to the last vintage the late Jean-Denis Vacheron produced, it boasts an inky/purple color in addition to a terrific perfume of creme de cassis, kirsch, acacia flowers, melted licorice, and graphite. It possesses awesome purity as well as layers of concentration, yet a seamless integration of acidity, tannin, and alcohol. Spectacularly long (the finish lasts over 60 seconds), it cuts a broad swath across the palate, yet is remarkably light on its feet. This amazing effort, a blend of 45 Grenache, 40 Mourvèdre, and 15 Syrah, is one of the strongest candidates for wine of the vintage in 2001. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2022. 100 Points; Robert Parker, Wine Advocate 151 (Feb 2004).
6 bottles per lot
Rhône. Domaine-bottled: Domaine de Caillou, Vacheron
In original wooden case
Tasting Note: As frighteningly spectacular as the 2000 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Réserve Le Clos du Caillou was (Ive drunk a half dozen or more bottles since my initial report), the 2001 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Réserve Le Clos du Caillou is one of the most monumental wines of this appellation I have ever tasted. A legendary effort that pays homage to the last vintage the late Jean-Denis Vacheron produced, it boasts an inky/purple color in addition to a terrific perfume of creme de cassis, kirsch, acacia flowers, melted licorice, and graphite. It possesses awesome purity as well as layers of concentration, yet a seamless integration of acidity, tannin, and alcohol. Spectacularly long (the finish lasts over 60 seconds), it cuts a broad swath across the palate, yet is remarkably light on its feet. This amazing effort, a blend of 45 Grenache, 40 Mourvèdre, and 15 Syrah, is one of the strongest candidates for wine of the vintage in 2001. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2022. 100 Points; Robert Parker, Wine Advocate 151 (Feb 2004).
6 bottles per lot
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Offered duty paid, but available in bond. VAT at 17.5% will be charged on the hammer price on removal of the lot from bond.