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Published : 2022-01-01

Le nouveau Bettane + Desseauve 2022

André Brunel's wines always combine generosity, finesse of tannins and freshness. The very refined white has a fairly large share of clairette. In red, Grenache dominates with a share of Mourvèdre. Finally, the centenary cuvée is made from very old Grenache vines planted on the Mont-Redon plateau.

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Published : 2021-12-27

Guide des meilleurs vins de France 2022

Little known in France, André Brunel is nevertheless part of the elite of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. It produces racy wines, whose major assets are minerality and refinement. The whole range is very regular. The classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a quiet force, full of finesse and nuance. In great years, the...

Jeb - Dunnuck Cailloux red 2019 : 95/100

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Published : 2021-11-05

Jeb - Dunnuck Cailloux red 2019 : 95/100

The 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape is flat-out brilliant, and readers looking for an incredible wine that will drink well for upwards of two decades should back up the truck on this one. Incredible black cherry, Provençal garrigue, pepper, and licorice notes give way to a full-bodied, perfectly balanced, seamless 2019 with...

Jeb - Dunnuck Cailloux white 2020 : 93/100

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Published : 2021-11-05

Jeb - Dunnuck Cailloux white 2020 : 93/100

This estate makes a terrific white, and their 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Blanc is well worth seeking out. Made in a fresh, medium-bodied, clean, crisp style, it still has ample texture as well as textbook apple, citrus, sappy herbs, and chalky mineral-like aromas and flavors. It's just beautifully done, and I suspect it...

Les Cailloux mis à l'honneur dans le Guide Vert de la Revue du Vin de France 2021

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Published : 2020-11-26

Les Cailloux mis à l'honneur dans le Guide Vert de la Revue du Vin de France 2021

Parmi les trois meilleurs vins blancs de l'appellation ! Le Domaine tient vraiment son rang dans les deux couleurs. « Peu connu en France, André Brunel fait pourtant partie de l’élite de l’appellation Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Il produit des vins racés, qui ont pour atouts majeurs la minéralité et le...

Le jour où les Cailloux devinrent une pépite - Le Figaro

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Published : 2020-09-10

Le jour où les Cailloux devinrent une pépite - Le Figaro

La rubrique "Vins" du Figaro a récemment consacré un article particulièrement élogieux aux Cailloux Rouge 2016 : "2016 est un millésime exceptionnel pour l’appellation. Dominé par le grenache (70 %) et composé également de mourvèdre, syrah et cinsault, Les Cailloux montre une robe rubis foncé limpide. Au nez, il...

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Published : 2020-05-06

Les Cailloux 2017 : 93+, Wine Advocate

2017 Les Cailloux (Reds), Lucien et André Brunel Châteauneuf du Pape "Because of coulure in the Grenache, the 2017 Châteauneuf du Pape contains less of that variety than normal, with correspondingly higher proportions of Mourvèdre and Syrah. Dark berry and spice notes mark the nose, while the full-bodied palate is...

Centenaire 2016 - 100 pts au Wine Advocate !

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Published : 2019-06-11

Centenaire 2016 - 100 pts au Wine Advocate !

Voici un extrait de l’article rédigé par Joe Czerwinski, juré de Wine Advocate, dans lequel notre cuvée centenaire de 2016 vient d’obtenir l’excellente note de 100 points. « When one comes across a wine like this in a blind tasting, it's human nature to second-guess the initial reaction. Yet every...

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Published : 2019-04-04

Le Domaine Les Cailloux salué par la Revue des Vins de France

Le domaine des cailloux est aujourd’hui mis à l’honneur, dans un très bel article de la Revue des vins de France. Une occasion unique de valoriser notre savoir-faire et notre amour du vin. "Deux générations sont aujourd’hui aux commandes : André Brunel et ses chromosomes de vigneron, et son fils...

Les Cailloux 2016 by Niels Lillelund - 94 pts ! - Sex in a bottle ;-)

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Published : 2018-12-19

Les Cailloux 2016 by Niels Lillelund - 94 pts ! - Sex in a bottle ;-)

Niels Lillelund for the website jp.dk Pure juice, sweetness : sex in a bottle ;-) Incredibly flirtatious and balanced – simply too easy to drink. Lots of local charm, plenty of grenache, a wonderfully carefree wine that will make anyone fall in love with châteauneuf-du-pape. 94pts

Centenaire 2016 - 97+ by Niels Lillelund !

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Published : 2018-12-12

Centenaire 2016 - 97+ by Niels Lillelund !

Niels Lillelund for the website jp.dk Bright as a star on a clear sky, mineral, concentrated, pure, intense, light, elegance with notes of cherries and deletable in its expression ; a brilliant wine in the making – and far from the heavy style of the past. Beautiful. 97+

Top Value ! - 87 Points in Wine Spectator Ratings Flash - ANDRÉ BRUNEL Côtes du Rhône White La Bécassonne 2016

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Published : 2018-10-25

Top Value ! - 87 Points in Wine Spectator Ratings Flash - ANDRÉ BRUNEL Côtes du Rhône White La Bécassonne 2016

87 Points - ANDRÉ BRUNEL Côtes du Rhône White La Bécassonne 2016 Very fresh, with star fruit, green almond and verbena notes streaking through. Offers a flash of lemon peel on the slightly brisk finish. Drink now through 2019. 1,250 cases imported. –JM

Top Value - 87 Points in Wine Spectator Ratings Flash - ANDRÉ BRUNEL Grenache Vin de Pays de Vaucluse 2016

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Published : 2018-10-22

Top Value - 87 Points in Wine Spectator Ratings Flash - ANDRÉ BRUNEL Grenache Vin de Pays de Vaucluse 2016

87 Points - ANDRÉ BRUNEL Grenache Vin de Pays de Vaucluse 2016 Bright and fun, with breezy raspberry and pomegranate fruit lined with light savory and tea accents. Reveals a flash of dusty tannins. Drink now. 1,500 cases imported. –JM

Les Cailloux 2016 : 96 points in Wine Advocate !

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Published : 2018-09-18

Les Cailloux 2016 : 96 points in Wine Advocate !

I've tasted many vintages of the Brunels' wines, and 2016 looks as if it will be their best ever. The 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape stood out in my blind tasting, offering incredible complexity and lightness despite being full-bodied. Roses, garrigue and dried spices accent raspberries and cherries in a wine that's...

Cailloux blanc 2016 - 94 pts au Wine Spectator !

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Published : 2018-09-12

Cailloux blanc 2016 - 94 pts au Wine Spectator !

Racy and engaging, with a mix of fennel, chamomile and verbena notes giving this cut and lift from the start, while the core of yellow apple, melon and mirabelle plum fruit fills in behind. Shows lots of energy and range . Best from 2019 through 2024.— James Molesworth for the Wine Spectator

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Published : 2018-09-06

Centenaire 2016 - 100 pts au Wine Advocate !

"When one comes across a wine like this in a blind tasting, it's human nature to second-guess the initial reaction. Yet every time I went back to the wine that turned out to be the Brunels' 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Centenaire, I came away astounded by its complexity and balance . Yes, it's full-bodied, but it's...

Centenaire 2015 - 95 pts in the Wine Cellar Insider !

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Published : 2017-09-26

Centenaire 2015 - 95 pts in the Wine Cellar Insider !

If silky textures and a purity of fruit are what you’re seeking, you came to the right place. Soft, polished, sensuous textures and sweetness of flavor with peppery accents and loads of kirsch on the back end are going to keep you coming back for more. The wine is made from 100% old vine Grenache. 95 Pts If you...

Les Cailloux 2015 - 91 pts in the Wine Cellar Insider !

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Published : 2017-09-12

Les Cailloux 2015 - 91 pts in the Wine Cellar Insider !

Sweet cherries and pepper line right up for the perfume. On the palate, the wine is fresh, forward and polished , which is a good setting for the juicy kirsch in the finish. The wine is made using a blend of 70% Grenache, 15% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah and 5% Cinsault To know more about the Wine Cellar Insider, visit...

Les Cailloux Blancs 2015 - 92 pts par Josh Reynolds ! - Vinous

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Published : 2017-08-28

Les Cailloux Blancs 2015 - 92 pts par Josh Reynolds ! - Vinous

Pale gold. Vibrant, high-pitched aromas of Meyer lemon , pear and white flowers, along with zesty mineral and ginger notes. Dry, sharply focused citrus and orchard fruit flavors show very good depth and vivacity, and a late note of bitter quinine adds bite. Closes firm and stony, displaying excellent tenacity and a...

Wine Enthusiast - Côtes du Rhône blanc 2015 La Bécassonne - 88 points

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Published : 2017-04-30

Wine Enthusiast - Côtes du Rhône blanc 2015 La Bécassonne - 88 points

This is an easydrinking, harmonious blend of 50% Roussanne, 30% Grenache Blanc and 20% Clairette. Pineapple, anise and marshmallow aromas lead into well rounded flavors of pineapple and melon. Drink now Website : www.winemag.com

Josh Reynolds - 2015 Domaine Les Cailloux Châteauneuf-du-Pape | 91-93 Points

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Published : 2017-04-23

Josh Reynolds - 2015 Domaine Les Cailloux Châteauneuf-du-Pape | 91-93 Points

Brilliant ruby. Spice- and smoke-accented aromas of cherry, dark berries and lavender pastille are complicated by a pungent suggestion of white pepper. Seamless and smooth on the palate, offering juicy black raspberry and bitter cherry flavors that deepen and become sweeter with air. A hint of candied licorice builds...

Presentation of the 2015 vintage in Châteauneuf du Pape by Josh Reynolds

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Published : 2017-04-20

Presentation of the 2015 vintage in Châteauneuf du Pape by Josh Reynolds

Synthèse millésime 2015 par Josh Reynolds : http://www.vinous.com #rhonewines #chateauneufdupape #domainelescailloux

Sommelongue in the "Best Value for money" for the Revue des Vins de France

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Published : 2017-04-13

Sommelongue in the "Best Value for money" for the Revue des Vins de France

Nez au fruit délicat. Matière fine avec des tanins souples et délicats. Un beau classique qui mise sur la finesse et non sur la puissance avec son fruit pur et harmonieux. Prix de vente au Domaine : 12€

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Published : 2017-01-11

Les Cailloux 2013 - Year 2016 Ten Top Wines ! by WineSpeed

Great Châteauneuf-du-Pape has a lusciousness and beauty that is show stopping . And Les Cailloux (“The Round Rocks”) from the Brunel family is one of the best. Penetrating and intense, it rides on rich waves of ripe dark fruits, violets, and white peppery spice.There’s a wildness and energy to this...

Les Cailloux 2014 - 17/20 dans la Revue des Vins de France!

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Published : 2016-12-15

Les Cailloux 2014 - 17/20 dans la Revue des Vins de France!

"Il délivre un fruit d'une grande pureté avec une petite note de fraise des bois et une texture d'une grande élégance, fine et soyeuse. Un très beau vin, gracieux et raffiné " Pour plus d'informations sur la RVF : www.larvf.com Retrouvez ce vin sur Les Caves

Bécassonne 2015 listed as a "French Treasure" in Wine Spectator !

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Published : 2016-12-01

Bécassonne 2015 listed as a "French Treasure" in Wine Spectator !

Andre Brunel Cotes du Rhone, Domaine de la Becassonne Blanc 2015 | 89 Points **listed in the Savvy Shopper section as a “French Treasure”** Fresh, with a juicy edge to the mix of plantain, green almond and yellow apple flavors. Light chamomile and verbena notes help stretch out the finish. Drink now. 1,250...

Les Cailloux 2013 - 95 points ! - A Wine to Know ! by Wine Speed

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Published : 2016-11-17

Les Cailloux 2013 - 95 points ! - A Wine to Know ! by Wine Speed

Great Châteauneuf-du-Pape has a lusciousness and beauty that is show stopping ! And Les Cailloux (“The Round Rocks”) from the Brunel family is one of the best. Penetrating and intense, it rides on rich waves of ripe dark fruits, violets, and white peppery spice. There’s a wildness and energy to this...

Centenaire 2010 - 96 pts in Wine Spectator !

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Published : 2016-11-10

Centenaire 2010 - 96 pts in Wine Spectator !

Centenaire 2010 - 96 points! This beauty is just hitting its stride now, with a still-robust structure that is starting to show more velvety nuance while melding with the core of dark currant preserve, warmed fig and steeped plum flavors. Lots of cocoa and tobacco notes form the backdrop, and there’s a long,...

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Published : 2016-04-08

La Bécassonne 2014 - 90 pts !

"The best vintage of this cuvee to date" "Brunel's single vineyard 2014 Cotes du Rhone la Becassonne is a beautiful blend of 50% Roussanne, 30% Grenache Blanc and 20% Clairette. Its medium-gold color is followed by outstanding notes of ripe peach, melon, pineapple and a touch of honey. Medium-bodied, rich, textured...

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Published : 2015-12-11

Les Cailloux Blank 2014 - 93 points

Domaine André Brunel Châteauneuf-du-Pape White Les Cailloux 2014 93 points A ripe, fruit-driven style, with lush creamed apple, melon and pear flavors pumping along, inlaid with ample heather and salted butter notes. The long, juicy finish pulls everything together, with enough energy to sustain brief cellaring.–

Domaine André Brunel - Côtes du Rhône white La Bécassonne - 88 points in Wine Advocate !

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Published : 2014-12-03

Domaine André Brunel - Côtes du Rhône white La Bécassonne - 88 points in Wine Advocate !

Domaine André Brunel - Côtes du Rhône white La Bécassonne - 88 points in Wine Advocate ! "Always a superb value, Brunel's 2013 Côtes du Rhône La Becassonne comes from vineyards located outside the town of Sorgues, from 40-year-old vines, and is a blend of 50% Roussanne, 30% Grenache Blanc and 20% Clairette. Sporting a...

Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Spectator !

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Published : 2014-11-26

Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Spectator !

Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Spectator ! "Silky and perfumy, with bergamot, red currant, warm raspberry coulis and rooibos tea notes all woven together. A chalky, minerally spine frames the finish, revealing a lingering star anise accent. Drink now through 2025"

Les Cailloux Blanc 2013 - 91 points in Wine Advocate !

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Published : 2014-11-19

Les Cailloux Blanc 2013 - 91 points in Wine Advocate !

Les Cailloux Blanc 2013 - 91 points in Wine Advocate ! "A forward, medium-bodied and perfumed effort, Brunel's 2013 Châteauneuf du Pape Blanc (85% Roussanne and 15% Grenache Blanc) gives up classy citrus blossom, white flower and hints of minerality. Coming all from Les Serres lieu-dit in the southern part of the...

Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Advocate !

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Published : 2014-11-12

Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Advocate !

Les Cailloux Rouges 2012 - 91 points in Wine Advocate ! "A lighter weight, elegant and seamless example of this cuvee, the 2012 Châteauneuf du Pape exhibits beautiful sweet cherry, raspberry, crushed flowers and hints of garrigue. A blend of 70% Grenache, 1% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah and 3% Cinsault that was 80% destemmed...

Les Cailloux Blanc 2013 - Coup de coeur Gault & Millau !

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Published : 2014-11-05

Les Cailloux Blanc 2013 - Coup de coeur Gault & Millau !

Les Cailloux blancs 2013 - 16.5 sur 20 et coup de cœur de la rédaction "Ce gaillard roboratif est puissamment disposé. Les senteurs de bourgeon d'acacia, de narcisse, de pêche de vigne et de violette intenses le hissent au firmament aromatique. En bouche, le nectar est affable, le grain est fondant, les lies fines...

Les Cailloux Blancs 2013 - 92 points in Wine Spectator !

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Published : 2014-09-02

Les Cailloux Blancs 2013 - 92 points in Wine Spectator !

92 points ! A must have vintage ! Shows a rounded, plump feel, with creamy-edged yellow apple, melon and heather notes backed by hints of brioche and salted butter on the finish. Flattering in feel, but pure and well-defined. Drink now through 2015

Les Cailloux Blank 2013 by Philippe Faure Brac and Paolo Basso - World Best Sommeliers

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Published : 2014-08-29

Les Cailloux Blank 2013 by Philippe Faure Brac and Paolo Basso - World Best Sommeliers

Visual aspect : buttercup yellow colour, crystal-clear, limpid. Nose : discreet first nose, mentholated. More spicy second nose, with curry aromas, then crystallised citrus. Palate : supple first taste, fatness, discreet acidity. Crystallized fruits, spicy notes in retro-olfaction. Match with food : pike quenelles....

Les Cailloux 2010 by Philippe Faure Brac and Paolo Basso - World Best Sommeliers

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Published : 2014-07-25

Les Cailloux 2010 by Philippe Faure Brac and Paolo Basso - World Best Sommeliers

Visual aspect : black, garnet-red shades. Nose : powerful first nose, animal, blackcurrant, coffee. Subtle second nose, with character, aromas of red fruits, peony. Palate : straight, complex, fine tanins, flavours of peony, red fruits. Present woodiness which promises a long ageing potential. Match with food :...

Cailloux Blank - 2013 Vintage - Great Success

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Published : 2014-06-12

Cailloux Blank - 2013 Vintage - Great Success

Comments of The white Cailloux 2013 : “Fragrance of pine, resin and the Garrigue. Deliciously full, still-fermenting taste with a hint of Comice pear. Great volume”

Josh Raynolds quotation for 2012 vintage

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Published : 2014-01-18

Josh Raynolds quotation for 2012 vintage

2012 Les Cailloux Rouge 90 - 92 points Bright ruby. Fresh raspberry and cherry on the nose, with a mineral nuance adding vivacity. A fresh, energetic Chateauneuf, with lively red fruit and floral pastille flavors, silky texture and zesty mideral cut. Favors finesse over power and finishes sweet, focused and long

Josh Raynolds quotation for 2011 vintage

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Published : 2014-01-18

Josh Raynolds quotation for 2011 vintage

2011 Les Cailloux Rouge 92 points Brilliant ruby-red. Spicy red berry preserve and floral aromas are complemented by white pepper and smoky minerals. Fresh raspberry, cherry and candied lavander on the palate, with tangy acidity adding lift. Elegant, precise Chateauneuf with excellent finishing clarity and intense...

Wine Enthusiast - Les Cailloux among the 100 best wines of 2013

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Published : 2013-12-09

Wine Enthusiast - Les Cailloux among the 100 best wines of 2013

95 points - André Brunel Les Cailloux 2009 - 29th best wine of year 2013 The 2009 Les Cailloux is a classically built Châteauneuf that should age well through at least 2025. The blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre, 12% Syrah and 3% Cinsault Starts off with lovely notes of wild thyme and dark fruit, then adds herbal...

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Published : 2013-11-14

Best Wines Online

This short video in English by the “Best Wines Online” site presenter perfectly summarizes our goal with this wine: offer a “Côtes du Rhônes” experience without trying to do more

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Published : 2013-11-13

The French Wine Review (RVF) 2014: **

Although not very well known in France, André Brunel can nevertheless boast belonging to the elite few within the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. He makes high quality wines where minerality and refinement are considerable virtues. This whole wine range is incredibly consistent. The Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a calm...

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Les Cailloux Rouge 2012 - 91 93 points

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Published : 2013-11-13

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Les Cailloux Rouge 2012 - 91 93 points

Richer and deep, with additional layers and texture, the 2012 Châteauneuf du Pape offers classic blackberry, earth, crushed stone, pepper and wild herb aromas and flavors. A full bodied, rich and textured barrel sample, with loads of promise, it should come together nicely once with a few years in the cellar and have...

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - 2011 Vintage - 94 points

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Published : 2013-11-09

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - 2011 Vintage - 94 points

While there was no Cuvee Centenaire produced, Brunel’s 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape is certainly one of the stars of the vintage. A blend of 70% Grenache, 17% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah and 3% Cinsault, with the Syrah aged in older barrel and everything else in tank, it offers a gorgeously youthful profile with notions of...

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Les Cailloux Blanc 2012 - 90 points

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Published : 2013-11-09

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Les Cailloux Blanc 2012 - 90 points

In addition to producing top reds, Brunel makes some fantastic whites and his 2012 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc is outstanding . A blend of 80% Roussanne and 20% Grenache Blanc, it offers up lively, fresh notes of citrus blossom, green apple, and minerality with additional toasty, nutty notes developing with time in the...

Le Point special wine issue from September 5, September 2013

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Published : 2013-10-10

Le Point special wine issue from September 5, September 2013

Cuvée Sabrine Millésime 2011: 14/14.5 Small red fruits, roundness, delightful, touch of menthol, chocolate, floral hint, liquorice, a long and fine fresh finish in the mouth.

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Published : 2013-08-30

Hachette Wine Guide 2014: 1 star

Bécassonne Domaine de la Bécassonne: In a game-filled area, where woodcocks once used to nest, the Roussanne (50% of the blending for this cuvée), Grenache Blanch and the Clairette have seemingly found an exceptional growing environment. The fragrance is discreet but fine, predominantly floral, whereas the taste is...

Best Wines under 20 Euros Revue du Vin de France

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Published : 2013-08-30

Best Wines under 20 Euros – Revue du Vin de France

Châteauneuf-du-Pape (red) Les Cailloux 2011: 15/20 The oak barrel and part of the whole cluster provide a coarseness in the mouth which is smoothly managed as the sugar concentration in 2011 was dominant. Like spices on well-cooked meat, this gives it some crispness.