Domaine Santa Duc Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Pied de Baud 2022 Wine (75cl)

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There's supple elegance and mineral-driven character to the crunchy red fruit and smoldering incense flavors on a fresh, balanced palate. Notes of smoked meat and cast iron make an impression towards the finish, with a waft of mesquite ash, sweet spices and gentle tannins. This is going for a different, more refined style of Châteauneuf. Grenache, Mourvèdre and Cinsault. Drink now through 2038. 373 cases made, 50 cases imported. With aromatic, delicate notes of dark cherries, licorice and fresh thyme, the 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape Le Pied de Baud possesses a medium to full-bodied, juicy and elegant, textured and layered palate framed by precise, delicate tannins and a fleshy core of fruit that segues into a long, ethereal and floral finish. This blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 10% Cinsault was matured in foudres (from Stockinger) and jars. I like its overall balance and energy, and it should have two decades of longevity. Smooth, fine, silty tannins make their impression here. There's good freshness, it's a pure expression. Violets and spice, with a little smoky note. Not hugely long, but has a lovely tannic line. Coplanted Grenache, Mourvèdre and Cinsault on sand, galets and clay.