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4.2
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4.6

Domaine Santa Duc Châteauneuf du Pape 'Les Saintes Vierges'

Domaine Santa Duc
2017
2018
2019
$75.00
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750 mL
Wine Type
Red Wine
RegionRhone
Alcohol Level
Country
France
SubregionChâteauneuf-du-Pape
Drinking Window
GrapesGrenacheCounoiseMourvedre
Wine Description:
Yves Gras' Gigondas is likely the most concentrated in the appellation. His old vines (averaging over 50 years old), coupled with a very late harvest, make this possible. Intense, bold, herbal, and wonderfully complex for the region. Only in very exceptional years does the Domaine produce an additional Cuvee des Hautes Garrigues. This Gigondas undoubtedly ranks among the world's best wines: extreme concentration beautifully combines with intense, refined fruit notes. The masses of tannins are perfectly rounded and civilized. The plots for this cuvée are planted with vines over 80 years old, yielding only 15 hectoliters per hectare. Noteworthy is the exceptionally good Côtes du Rhône, the benchmark in this price range.
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  • Rich and complex flavor profile
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  • Higher price point
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User Rating:

4.2
Regularly Reviewed

Expert Rating:

4.6

Wine Expert Note:

The Domaine Santa Duc Châteauneuf du Pape 'Les Saintes Vierges' is a remarkable wine. From one hectare of Domaine vineyards cultivated with bio-dynamic methods, the Meursault Les Clous unveils an appealing blend of Anjou pear, lemon oil, white blossoms, and melted butter. Its medium-bodied, zesty palate possesses a pure, mineral-infused character shaped by its hillside terroir The finish is long and lingering, leaving a lasting impression of the wine's exceptional quality. With its well-integrated tannins and vibrant acidity, 'Les Saintes Vierges' has the potential to age gracefully for several years, allowing its flavors to further develop and evolve.
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