Le Sang des Cailloux - Vacqueyras Doucinello 2023
92/100
Decanter
16/20
Jancis Robinson
90-92/100
Vinous
“A true treat—this very Mediterranean vintage”
“A very smooth and juicy Doucinello, bursting with vibrant, luscious fruit. The tannins are refined and the palate is elegant. The wine is very harmonious and well-balanced, and while not overly complex, it is very easy to drink. The style lies somewhere between black and red fruits.” (Decanter 2024)
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Eye
Deep ruby color
Nose
With notes of cocoa, pepper, and spices
Palate
Silky and well-balanced, with a round, lingering finish
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with grilled meats, wild mushroom risotto, a Bordeaux-style cep fricassee, rabbit stew…
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 3 stars (A high-quality product that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
A leading figure in Vacqueyras, we owe a great deal to Serge Férigoule, whose wines have been an integral part of this appellation’s history. Starting out as a vineyard worker, he has been the owner of Sang des Cailloux since 1990. About twenty hectares scattered between Vacqueyras and Sarrians are harvested at peak ripeness and aged for an extended period. In an uncompromising style that almost turns its back on modernity, this estate produces five red cuvées, whose concentration and delicate texture would benefit from greater aromatic precision. Come on, just a touch of progress, and the blood of the stones will continue to flow down the throats of many wine lovers!
Decanter
Wine rated (2024 guide) 92/100
Rated estate (2024 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
A very smooth and juicy Doucinello, bursting with vibrant, luscious fruit. The tannins are refined and the palate is elegant. The wine is very harmonious and well-balanced, and while not overly complex, it is very easy to drink. The style lies somewhere between black and red fruits.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2025 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
This Vacqueyras estate boasts a magnificent terroir on a plateau of rounded pebbles. Certified organic since 2010 and biodynamic since 2012, with strictly controlled yields, the estate produces powerful Vacqueyras wines that require time to reveal their full potential. These structured, highly mature wines, however, tend to refine over recent vintages. The Lopy cuvée can be so rich and dense that, in certain vintages, we may prefer the balance of the entry-level wines. The white, not released in 2022, stands out as a fine benchmark in the region.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2024 guide) 16/20
Rated estate (2024 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
A lively, inviting nose of licorice and ripe red fruits. A smooth attack with notes of lavender, garrigue, and crushed red fruits. Fine, ripe tannins and a waxy note on the finish. Refined and ripe, it’s already a delight to drink—fun and engaging.
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 90-92/100
Rated estate (2024 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Orange peel, ripe raspberry, crushed violet, red cherry, and leafy notes introduce the Vacqueyras Cuvée Doucinello 2023, a medium- to full-bodied red wine of delightful intensity. Fresh and concentrated, the Vacqueyras Cuvée Doucinello 2023 is a fruity wine that promises to be a worthy successor to the remarkable Vacqueyras Cuvée Doucinello 2020.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Mr. NICOLAS G. Posted on 11/20/2025
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Review by Mr. LONG N. Published on September 15, 2025
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Review by Mr. MICHEL G. Published on September 10, 2025
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Review by Mr. GERARD C. Posted on May 7, 2025
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