Domaine Santa Duc - Gigondas "Aux Lieux-Dits" 2020 (750ml)
Price: $58.99
| Producer | Domaine Santa Duc |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhône Valley |
| Varietal | Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Sku | 205283 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Domaine Santa Duc Description
Rising as a pillar of quality out of Gigondas' soils is Domaine Santa Duc — an estate with a history that stretches back to 1874. Through six generations, the domaine's caretakers have demonstrated a respect for the land. Santa Duc ascended to prominence starting in 1985 as a pioneer of organic viticulture in the region under the care of its indomitable vigneron, Yves Gras. In the 2017 vintage, Gras' son Benjamin assumed the helm at Domaine Santa Duc, making his mark immediately by introducing biodynamic farming techniques and constructing a new winemaking facility on the property.
In his time at the head of the estate, Yves branched out to nearby Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Rasteau, creating wines of exceptional balance and quality. He seamlessly integrated fruit from each of the distinct soil types into harmonious cuvées representing the Southern Rhône Valley's unique terroir.
The vineyards are situated in eight different lieux-dits across the high plains in Gigondas: Les Hautes Garrigues, Les Carbonnières, Les Rocassières, Santa Duc, Les Pailleroudas, Les Routes, Goujard et Plane, and Clos Derrière Vieille.
Vinous: 95-96 Points
Brilliant ruby. Intensely perfumed, mineral- and spice-driven aromas of ripe red and blue fruit and potpourri show sharp definition; suggestions of woodsmoke and incense build in the glass. Shows outstanding depth as well as energy on the palate, offering powerful raspberry, kirsch and floral pastille flavors and a strong note of exotic spices. It finishes with an alluring sweetness and harmonious tannins that lend shape to a wonderfully long, spice- and floral-accented finish.
