The wine, made by respected winemaker Yves Gras, is made from 50% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 15% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes are fermented full cluster to add structure and complexity and aged completely in stainless steel tanks to retain the fruit.

Technical notes

Grenache 50%, Syrah 25%, Merlot 15%, Cabernet 10%

Food pairing

Robust, hearty foods, including grilled or braised meats, Gorgonzola Dolce, sweet, soft and ripe with a creamy spreadable texture

Producer

By dint of faith and sheer hard work, the wine-growers of Gigondas have replaced the olive tree with the vine. They have thereby made a name for themselves. Here, wild and uncommon, a bird watches over the domain : the Grand-duc owl which sings, (known as « Canta duc » in Provencal), his name has become over time « Santa Duc ». Generous, fruity and concentrated, the vines reflect the soil and the way in which they are produced.