The prodigious 2007 Vacqueyras Cuvee de Lopy is a blend of 75% Grenache and 25% Syrah from the estate’s oldest vines, my notes begin with the words “great stuff!” An inky/ruby/purple color is followed by notes of smoked herbs, meat juices, creme de cassis, and kirsch notes offered in this exceptionally powerful and rich as well as beautifully balanced wine. A cascade of black fruits and herbs rolls over the palate with a silkiness and profoundness that are almost unreal for a Vacqueyras. This is a serious effort in a great vintage. I would not be surprised to see it improve for 2-3 years, and drink beautifully for 12-15.
94 Points, Robert Parker for The Wine Advocate (Oct 2009)
All of Serge’s seventeen hectares rest on the great Plateau des Garrigues, where red clay, limestone, and the famous galets roulés, or rounded stones, impart a terrific intensity and depth to the wines. Given the aridity of the soil, the vines here are naturally prone to lower yields—this gives the wines their concentration and power. That Serge has been farming organically for years but has never sought certification says something about his philosophy. He is not looking to impress; only to make the best wines he possibly can. Serge is also sentimental—each year, the Cuvée Traditionnelle of Le Sang des Cailloux is named for one of his daughters, Floureto, Doucinello and Azalaïs. The “Vieilles Vignes” is also called “Lopy,” named for his hometown. His wines have everything we love about the Rhône – wild and chewy with great notes of leather, spicy garrigue, and smoky, black fruit.
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