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2024 Vacqueyras Rouge “Azalaïs”
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: | 2024 |
| 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: | 14% |
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Kermit once said...
Kermit once said...
A good doctor prescribed the wine of Nuits-Saint-Georges to the Sun King, Louis XIV, when he suffered an unknown maladie. When the king’s health was restored the tasty remedy enjoyed a vogue at court. Lord, send me a doctor like that!
Inspiring Thirst, page 117