2023 Picque Caillou
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A charmer, the 2023 Château Picque Caillou offers a more forward style in its mulled red and black fruits, earthy herbs, and leather aromatics. Based on 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot and aged in 40% new French oak, it's medium-bodied, round, and supple, with soft tannins and good overall balance. This ready-to-go Pessac-Léognan will drink nicely for 10-12 years. Drink 2026-2038.
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James Suckling
Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux
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The 2023 Château Picque Caillou is deep ruby/purple-hued and delivers a classic 2023 perfume of ripe red and darker berry fruits interwoven with spicy, floral nuances. It's medium-bodied and has a ripe, balanced, elegant mouthfeel, solid tannins, and outstanding length.
The 2023 Picque Caillou has a deep garnet-purple color. It pops from the glass with bright notes of redcurrants, fresh blackberries, and raspberries, plus touches of dried Provence herbs, pencil lead, and lavender. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers a good amount of juicy black fruits, with lightly chewy tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing on a savory note.
A bright and succulent red with good concentration of fruit in the center-palate, medium body and a velvety texture.
About the producer
Neighbouring Haut-Brion and Pape Clément, this estate has been turned around since Paulin Calvet took over in 2007. Working with the legendary late Denis Dubourdieu and Valérie Lavigne, results have been impressive.