COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Cinsault
PRODUCER
Domaine Santa Duc
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Santa Duc's 'Les Quatre Terres' 2022 is a red wine from the Côtes du Rhône appellation in France's Southern Rhône Valley. The wine's identity is rooted in its sourcing from four distinct terroirs: Vacqueyras, Rasteau, Roaix, and Séguret, as indicated by its name. The estate, founded in 1874, is managed by the Gras family, who have championed organic and biodynamic farming practices. This multi-terroir approach and the estate's commitment to sustainable viticulture are central to the wine's character.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The wine's name means 'The Four Lands', referencing its origin from four distinct vineyard sites.
Fact 02
Domaine Santa Duc has been practicing organic farming since 1985.
Fact 03
The estate is now Demeter-certified biodynamic.
Fact 04
A significant portion of the wine can be fermented with whole grape clusters.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Santa Duc's 'Les Quatre Terres' begins with hand-harvested and sorted grapes. Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel vats using indigenous yeasts, with a portion of whole clusters potentially included. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in large oak foudres and terracotta amphorae. Malolactic fermentation occurs in vat. The wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered, reflecting a commitment to minimal intervention.
