2021 Linne Calodo Sticks And Stones

Proprietary Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JD 97 VN 95 JS 94 WS 94 WA 93 TWI 92
JD 97

jebdunnuck.com, August 2023

I absolutely loved the 2021 Sticks and Stones, a prime example of Grenache at its sexiest and most seductive. Kirsch, sweet black raspberries, spring flowers, and sappy herbs all emerge on the nose, and it hits the palate...
VN 95

Vinous, July 2024

(95+ points) The 2021 Sticks and Stones pulls the taster down to the earth to take in an array of flowery undergrowth and ashen stones before blossoming further with crushed cherries and hints of sage. This is full of...
JS 94

jamessuckling.com, October 2023

Subtle and complex nose with cherries, currants, bark, leather and peppercorns. Full-bodied with fine, firm tannins. Serious and structured, with a punchy core of brambleberries and spiced cherries and a long, developing...
WS 94

Wine Spectator, October 2024

Spirited and richly structured, offering expressive raspberry flavors, with garrigue, smoked meat and cracked pepper accents that finish with refined tannins. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Drink now through 2032. - TF
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2024

The 2021 Sticks and Stones is a blend of 75% Grenache, 15% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre. It has intense, spicy scents of red cherry and currant, Angostura bitters, citrus peel, tobacco and earthy undertones. The medium-bodied...
TWI 92

The Wine Independent, January 2025

The 2021 Sticks Stones is 75% Grenache, 15% Syrah, and 10% Mourvedre. This is all estate fruit, coming from 2008 and 2013 plantings. Pale to med ruby-purple colored, it prances out with showy scents of black raspberries...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Proprietary Blend
Country USA
Region California
Sub-region Central Coast
Appellation San Luis Obispo
Sub-appellation Paso Robles
Vintage 2021
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 15.4%
Closure Cork

The 2021 Linne Calodo Sticks and Stones is a proprietary blend hailing from the Paso Robles sub-appellation in San Luis Obispo, California. This red wine is composed of 75% Grenache, 15% Syrah, and 10% Mourvèdre, and is sealed with a cork closure. With an alcohol content of 15.4%, this wine promises a robust experience.

Jeb Dunnuck awarded this wine an impressive 97 points, describing it as "a prime example of Grenache at its sexiest and most seductive." He noted the aromas of kirsch, sweet black raspberries, spring flowers, and sappy herbs. On the palate, it offers "full-bodied richness, a silky, elegant mouthfeel, and ultra-fine tannins." Dunnuck praised its versatility, recommending it for enjoyment over the next decade. His review highlights the wine's balance and immediate appeal.

James Suckling rated the wine 94 points, emphasizing its "subtle and complex nose with cherries, currants, bark, leather, and peppercorns." According to Suckling, the wine is "full-bodied with fine, firm tannins" and possesses a "serious and structured" character. He pointed out the "punchy core of brambleberries and spiced cherries" and a "long, developing finish," suggesting that the wine will benefit from further aging, recommending consumption after 2024.

Erin Brooks from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave the wine 93 points, highlighting its "intense, spicy scents of red cherry and currant, Angostura bitters, citrus peel, tobacco, and earthy undertones." Brooks described the palate as "medium-bodied" and "bursting with concentrated, fragrant fruit," with "abundant, chalky tannins, juicy acidity, and a long finish with a fan of spicy accents."

In summary, the 2021 Linne Calodo Sticks and Stones is a well-regarded red blend that showcases the strengths of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Its complex nose, rich mouthfeel, and long finish have earned high praise from reviewers, making it a noteworthy selection for enthusiasts and collectors alike.