MAGNUM CHATEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2014 CLOS DU CAILLOU

€110.00

Magnum 150 cl

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Livraison estimée entre le 13/11/26 et le 19/11/26

Tasting

To the eye

A brilliant ruby colour of medium intensity, with highlights beginning to take on delicate brick-red and garnet hues, indicating a wine that is gently entering its phase of maturity.

Nose

Extremely elegant and remarkably subtle. The bouquet offers a magnificent blend of tangy red berries (redcurrant, morello cherry), floral notes of potpourri and faded rose, and tertiary aromas that are beginning to emerge (forest floor, a hint of truffle, fine leather).

Palate

The attack is smooth and silky. On the mid-palate, there is none of the intense power found in heatwave years, but rather a delicate array of aromas supported by lovely acidity. The tannins are now completely integrated, offering a caressing mouthfeel. The finish is fresh and savoury, lingering with subtle notes of garrigue and sweet spices.

Pairing

With its refined, sophisticated profile and silky texture, this 2014 calls for delicate dishes. It will work wonders with a fine roast poultry dish (capon or Bresse poularde), a veal medallion with chanterelle mushrooms, a black truffle risotto or a pork fillet mignon with mild spices. As for cheeses, pair it with a truffled Brie or a matured Saint-Marcellin. Decant very gently 30 minutes before serving, or simply uncork it 2 hours in advance, and serve at 15–16°C.

Aging potential

The 2014 vintage is currently at its peak for tasting, offering all the charm of its aromatic maturity. Thanks to the protection afforded by the Magnum’s larger volume, it will retain its fine balance and can be left to age peacefully in the cellar for a further 5 to 7 years.

Features

Color Red
Region Rhône
Designation CHATEAUNEUF DU PAPE
Vintage 2014
Format Magnum
Domain CLOS DU CAILLOU
Capacity 150 cl

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this 2014 a good choice if I find some Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines too imposing?

Its easy-drinking profile, great freshness, and alcohol levels described as moderate make it a promising option. The appeal of this vintage lies more in its finesse than in a pursuit of power.

Should the cool, wet summer of 2014 put me off this vintage?

Not on its own: the saving late season and rigorous grape sorting were decisive. This “vigneron’s vintage” deserves consideration for its balance and freshness, rather than being judged solely on the difficulties of the summer.

What does the “Burgundian” structure mentioned for this wine mean?

Here, this expression refers to a fine, fresh, easy-drinking style, not to a change in grape variety or origin. Grenache remains the leading grape in the blend, with the domaine’s sandy and safres soils contributing to its finesse.

What might make me choose this 2014 over the 2017 or 2018 Clos du Caillou?

This 2014 in magnum is described as showing complex aromatic development today; that is its appeal if you’re looking for a wine that has already evolved. The information provided does not allow for a precise comparison of its power or maturity with those of the 2017 and 2018.

What should I focus on when tasting this 2014 magnum?

The interplay between the aromatic complexity gained with age and the vintage’s characteristic freshness. The finesse of the Grenache and the wine’s easy-drinking character are also more useful points of reference here than intensity alone.

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