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2023 Vacqueyras Rouge “Doucinello”
Domaine Le Sang des Cailloux
Serge Férigoule and his son Frédéri remind me a bit of the Mary Poppins characters Bert and Uncle Albert, who float to the ceiling because they love to laugh. Serge and Frédéri, similarly, almost levitate with their infectious, jovial nature, and this is reflected in their lively, joyous Vacqueyras. Velvety, red-fruited, and plummy, this gorgeous Grenache-forward red might not make you and your table drift up to the ceiling, but merrier you will certainly be.
—Tom Wolf
| Wine Type: | red |
| Vintage: | 2023 |
| Bottle Size: | 750mL |
| Blend: | 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre & Cinsault |
| Appellation: | Vacqueyras |
| Country: | France |
| Region: | Southern Rhône |
| Producer: | Domaine Le Sang des Cailloux |
| Winemaker: | Frédéri Férigoule |
| Vineyard: | 35 to 40 years, 12 ha |
| Soil: | Clay, limestone, galets roulés |
| Aging: | Wine is raised for a minimum of 6 months in foudre |
| Farming: | Biodynamic (certified) |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
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Kermit once said...
Kermit once said...
When buying red Burgundy, I think we should remember:
1. Big wines do not age better than light wine.
2. A so-called great vintage at the outset does not guarantee a great vintage for the duration.
3. A so-called off vintage at the outset does not mean the wines do not have a brilliant future ahead of them.
4. Red Burgundy should not taste like Guigal Côte-Rôtie, even if most wine writers wish it would.
5. Don’t follow leaders; watch yer parking meters.
Inspiring Thirst, page 174