Santa Duc, Chateauneuf du Pape Saintes Vierges other_regions 2-hectare Il Poggio vineyard at

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

The wine comes from a parcel selection and is not made solely from declassified fruit

This is always delicious and shows complexity and precision with sliced cooked apples

particularly on the explosive finish

Véran is obviously a white wine

Santa Duc, Chateauneuf du Pape Saintes Vierges other_regions 2-hectare Il Poggio vineyard atDetail 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