Domaine Santa Duc
Domaine Santa Duc Gigondas Prestige Des Hautes Garrigues
4.5
Expert Rating
3.9
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
From the sun-drenched terrains of Southern Rhône, Domaine Santa Duc's Gigondas Prestige Des Hautes Garrigues is a captivating wine that encapsulates the essence of its origin. This Gigondas is a testament to the rugged and wild landscapes of the Hautes Garrigues, known for its rocky soils and ancient terraces. Domaine Santa Duc, revered for its organic viticultural practices and commitment to terroir-expressive wines, crafts this cuvée to offer an opulent yet genuine representation of Gigondas.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Gigondas Prestige Des Hautes Garrigues from Domaine Santa Duc is deep and inky in appearance, suggesting its profound depth.The nose is an aromatic wonderland, bursting with notes of blackberries, dark cherries, lavender, and a hint of garrigue herbs. On the palate, the wine is both robust and velvety, presenting flavors of ripe dark fruits, black olives, and spices interwoven with subtle earthy undertones. Structured tannins and a well-calibrated acidity ensure longevity and evolution in the bottle. The finish is lingering and nuanced, echoing the wine's complex character. Perfect when paired with hearty meat dishes, game, or mature cheeses, this wine is a splendid homage to the grandeur of Gigondas and the dedication of Domaine Santa Duc.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Domaine Santa Duc
Region: Rhone
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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