COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Grenache, Mourvèdre
PRODUCER
Domaine Saint Damien
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Saint Damien Gigondas Les Souteyrades 2022 is a red wine from the AOC Gigondas in the Southern Rhône Valley. The Saurel family, with a winemaking history dating back to 1821, produces this cuvée from their 'Les Souteyrades' parcel. This specific bottling highlights the influence of the north-facing clay and limestone soils and features Grenache vines planted in 1948 and Mourvèdre vines planted in 1977. The estate has been committed to organic farming practices since 2012.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€53
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Grenache vines for this cuvée were planted in 1948.
Fact 02
Domaine Saint Damien has been certified organic since 2012.
Fact 03
The name 'Les Souteyrades' refers to a specific parcel within Gigondas.
Fact 04
The wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Saint Damien Gigondas Les Souteyrades 2022 begins with 100% de-stemmed grapes. Fermentation for each varietal takes place separately in large concrete vats, with maceration lasting for an extended period of seven weeks or more. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for approximately 12 months, with portions matured in large oak barrels (foudres) and others in concrete tanks. The wine is then bottled unfined and unfiltered.
