Domaine Santa Duc
Domaine Santa Duc La Crau Ouest Châteauneuf-du-Pape
4.8
Expert Rating
4.5
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Domaine Santa Duc La Crau Ouest Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a premium wine produced by the renowned winemaker, Domaine Santa Duc. This wine comes from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, which is known for producing some of the finest wines in the world. The vineyard features a unique terroir with rocky soils and a warm Mediterranean climate, which gives the wine its distinct character. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in oak barrels, which results in a rich and complex wine. The style of the wine is full-bodied with intense flavors of dark fruit, spice, and earthy notes, making it a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate bold and flavorful wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Domaine Santa Duc La Crau Ouest Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2017 is a great example of what the Rhone Valley can create.It has a deep nose of blackberry and raspberry, complemented by notes of white pepper and a hint of licorice. On the palate, it is powerful and full-bodied, with ripe fruit and a long, lingering finish. Notes of leather, tobacco, and graphite provide complexity, while subtle tannins provide structure and balance. This is a fantastic wine that will continue to develop and improve with age.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
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2056
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Grenache
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
4.5
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