COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Counoise
PRODUCER
Domaine Santa Duc
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Santa Duc Habemus Papam 2022 is a red wine from the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation in France's Southern Rhône Valley. Produced by Domaine Santa Duc, a family estate with six generations of winemaking history, the wine is led by Benjamin Gras, who champions biodynamic farming and minimal intervention. The name 'Habemus Papam' is a nod to the region's historical papal connections. The vineyards are situated in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, on soils composed of sandy clay with calcareous subsoils and round pebbles, with vines averaging 60 years in age. The 2022 vintage was marked by drought, heat, and hailstorms.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€48
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Habemus Papam' referencing Pope John XXII who resided in nearby Avignon.
Fact 02
Benjamin Gras leads the estate, embracing biodynamic farming.
Fact 03
Vine age averages around 60 years, contributing to wine complexity.
Fact 04
Uses both large oak foudres and terracotta amphorae for aging.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Santa Duc Habemus Papam 2022 begins with hand-harvested grapes that undergo manual sorting. Fermentation takes place in thermo-regulated stainless-steel vats using indigenous yeasts for 20-30 days, with a portion of destemmed berries. Extraction is managed through pumping over, with punching down decisions based on tasting. Malolactic fermentation occurs in vat. The wine is then aged for 18 months in large Stockinger oak foudres and terracotta amphorae. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered.
