Domaine Le Sang Des Cailloux Vacqueyras “Un Sang Blanc” 2019
$445
The vintage
Winery
Domaine Le Sang des CaillouxAppellation & Region
Vacqueyras, Southern RhoneBlend
Grenache blanc, Clairette, Viognier, Bourboulenc, Roussane, MarsanneSoil
clay-limestone and sandstoneAlcohol Content
13.5%Average age of vines
around 10 years oldVineyards & Vinification
The grapes are harvested by hand. The wine is fermented with native yeasts in concrete tanks, and undergoes malolactic fermentation to give it a richer, creamier texture. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for 8 months before being bottled without fining or filtration.
Vacqueyras, located near the Dentelles de Montmirail, benefits from a Mediterranean climate and diverse soils like clay-limestone and stony terraces, which add complexity to its wines. Known for their robust character and ability to express the unique terroir, Vacqueyras wines are often considered an affordable alternative to neighbouring appellations like Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas, offering exceptional quality and distinctive style.
The Winery
“Le Sang des Cailloux” translates to “The Blood of the Stones” in English.Serge Férigoule acquired Le Sang des Cailloux in 1990 after working for a decade with the previous owner. The estate spans 17 hectares in the Vacqueyras appellation, situated on a plateau facing the Dentelles de Montmirail. The reddish-brown clay-limestone soil and the famous galets roulés impart terrific intensity and depth to the wines. Le Sang des Cailloux primarily produces red wine. The Cuvée Traditionnelle is named after Serge’s daughters, Floureto, Doucinello, and Azalaïs, while the “Vieilles Vignes” is also known as “Lopy,” named after his hometown.
