Santa Duc, Chateauneuf du Pape Saintes Vierges other_regions 16 ha parcel)

16 ha parcel)

Véran is obviously a white wine

100% new wood)

2-hectare Il Poggio vineyard at 310 meters above sea level on Pietraforte soils (a hard compact sandstone that is characteristic of this area

Santa Duc, Chateauneuf du Pape Saintes Vierges other_regions 16 ha parcel)Detail and freshness on the nose, showing primarily herbs, flowers and spices, but it's very young still. This has intensity, concentration, depth, vibrancy and lovely acidity. There's real impact and intensity, with searching, pixelated tannins and a fresh finish that fans out across the palate. Very smart, subtle oak work. Excellent. So fresh and vibrant. Big but drinkable, with wonderful tension. Should age well. Grown on sandy soils, partly