COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Cournoise, Carignan
PRODUCER
Domaine Santa Duc
REGION
Rhône Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Santa Duc's Côtes du Rhône Les Vieilles Vignes 2020 is a red wine from the Southern Rhône Valley. It is produced by the Gras family, who have managed the estate for four generations, focusing on traditional winemaking and the expression of terroir. This particular cuvée highlights the quality derived from old vines, typically 50 years or older, which naturally produce lower yields and more concentrated fruit. The vineyard sites are characterized by diverse soils, including lithosol, marl, red clay, and clay-limestone with galets roulés. The wine is a blend primarily featuring Grenache, with contributions from Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Cournoise, and Carignan.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€30
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Les Vieilles Vignes' literally means 'Old Vines' in French.
Fact 02
The blend includes lesser-known Rhône grapes like Cournoise and Carignan.
Fact 03
Soils include 'galets roulés,' the iconic rounded stones of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Fact 04
The wine is aged in large oak vats and stainless steel.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Santa Duc Côtes du Rhône Les Vieilles Vignes 2020 involves fermentation with controlled temperatures. The wine then undergoes gentle aging on lees, utilizing large oak vats and stainless steel tanks. Minimal sulfur is used throughout the process. The producer's philosophy emphasizes traditional techniques and respect for the terroir, with a focus on the concentration derived from old vines.
