Spiritus Sanctus wine, ecclesiastical art, and centuries-old tradition
Throughout history, wine has been more than just a beverage – it has been part of both celebration and everyday life. In the European Christian tradition, wine has held a special significance, and for centuries monasteries and religious communities preserved and cultivated the art of viticulture.
In France in particular, vineyards and the knowledge of soil, climate, and growing conditions accumulated over generations helped lay the foundations for a unique wine culture. From France, this heritage spread throughout Europe, making wine an inseparable part of the continent’s gastronomy and cultural history.
Vellas Père & Fils’ Spiritus Sanctus wines carry forward and honour a centuries-old spiritual heritage. Inspired by European ecclesiastical art and the vibrant colours of stained glass, the imagery on the labels connects wine with history, art, and Christianity.
Spiritus Sanctus is a tribute to European wine culture – to a history that has left its mark on vineyards and cathedrals, and on traditions preserved and passed down through generations.
SPIRITUS SANCTUS
MARSELAN
Producer: Vellas Père & Fils
Classification: IGP Pays d'Oc
Grape: Marselan
Bottle: 750 ml (6 bottles/case)
Alcohol content: 14.5%
Sugar content: 3.9 g/l
Colour: Deep ruby red
Taste: Ripe blackberry, spicy and leathery. Silky tannins, elegant and celebratory.
Food pairing: Full-flavoured and medium-strong hard cheeses, meat stews, grilled beef, or simply enjoyed on its own.
Other: The label features the rose window stained glass of Notre-Dame.
SPIRITUS SANCTUS
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
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Producer: Vellas Père & Fils
Classification: IGP Pays d'Oc
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
Bottle: 750 ml (6 bottles/case)
Alcohol content: 14.5%
Sugar content: 6.1 g/l
Colour: Deep ruby red
Taste: Dark cherry, spicy and lightly oaked, with silky tannins and an elegant character.
Food pairing: Hard cheeses, meat stews, lamb and beef, herb-seasoned pork, or simply enjoyed on its own.
Other: The label features a stained-glass window from Townsend Street Church in Belfast, Ireland.
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VIOGNIER
Producer: Vellas Père & Fils
Classification: IGP Pays d'Oc
Grape: Viognier
Bottle: 750 ml (6 bottles/case)
Alcohol content: 13%
Sugar content: 5.2 g/l
Colour: Straw to golden yellow
Taste: White peach, with subtle petrol and floral notes, a hint of honey, and a dry finish.
Food pairing: Spiced pork, fish and seafood. An excellent match for tuna pizza, or simply enjoyed on its own.
Other: The label features a stained-glass depiction of Adam and Eve from Saint-Étienne Cathedral.
Georgia produces outstanding wines, and Badagoni is a true gem among Georgian wineries. The grapes used by Badagoni are grown in the unique microclimate of Kakheti, around the village of Zemo Khodasheni, where the winery has 400 hectares of vineyards.
Badagoni’s chief oenologist, Italian Dr Donato Lanati, together with state-of-the-art Italian winemaking equipment from Bertolaso, ensures wines of consistently high quality. Badagoni has achieved outstanding success in some of the world’s most prestigious wine competitions, while Dr Donato Lanati has been recognised on several occasions as one of the world’s leading oenologists.
The expertise and dedication behind these wines are evident in every glass – you can both see and taste the difference!
MAESTRO BRUT
Taste: Delicate and distinctive, soft and creamy, with notes of apple and gooseberry.
Structure: Fine, exceptionally persistent bubbles. Soft mousse.
Producer: Badagoni
Grapes: Rkatsiteli and Kakhetian Mtsvane
Bottle: 750 ml (6 bottles/case)
Alcohol content: 11.5%
Sugar content: 10 g/l
Colour: Sea-grass yellow
Serving suggestion: Perfect for enjoying on its own.
MAESTRO SEMI DRY
Taste: Delicate and distinctive, soft and creamy, with notes of ripe apple, cheesecake, and chamomile.
Structure: Fine, exceptionally persistent bubbles. Soft mousse.
Producer: Badagoni
Grape: Kakhetian Mtsvane
Bottle: 750 ml (6 bottles/case)
Alcohol content: 11.5%
Sugar content: 30 g/l
Colour: Sea-grass yellow
Serving suggestion: Perfect for enjoying on its own.