Santa Duc, Chateauneuf du Pape Saintes Vierges Brut Zero There is enormous depth to

There is enormous depth to this voluminous Malartic-Lagravière

Firm reduction dominates everything with the exception of a fleeting floral note at present

(primarily from old vines Aligoté planted in 1911)

and terrific purity

There is a certain similarity to the aromatic profile of the Noirots in that this also evidences notes of wood

Santa Duc, Chateauneuf du Pape Saintes Vierges Brut Zero There is enormous depth toDetail 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