Rhone Valley
Guigal - Côte-Rôtie - Brune et Blonde - Rouge - 2021
Characteristics
Country / Region: Rhône Valley
Vintage: 2021
Name: AOP Côte-Rôtie
Grape variety: 96% Syrah & 4% Viognier
Alcohol: 13 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
House rated 1 star in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2024 (RVF)
5-star rating in the Guide Bettane + Desseauve 2024
Wine:
A strong signature of the house, the 2021 Red Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde unfurls delicate fruity and spicy aromas within a silky structure, with well-integrated tannins. Enhanced by Guigal's expert aging process, this nuanced wine, perfectly matured in barrels, offers a fresh and balanced profile, skillfully crafted, with a hint of oak still noticeable but showing great potential.Vinification:
Hand harvested. Aged for a minimum of 36 months in oak barrels, 50% of which are new.Color:
Deep, dark red with good intensity.Nose:
Aromas of red and black fruits underlined by spicy notes.Palate:
Fresh and well-balanced, with fragrant fruity aromas, this wine has a silky profile, a full-bodied juice, smooth tannins and good aging potential.
Temperature:
Serve between 16 and 18°C.Food and wine pairing:
Rack of veal with chanterelle mushrooms, jugged hare, tournedos of duck breast with foie gras.Cellar aging:
From now until 2033, and even longer for enthusiasts.
A fantastic viticultural success paired with a remarkable human adventure, Maison Guigal has reached the pinnacle of excellence. Its unparalleled vineyard holdings enable it to achieve the perfect balance: producing large volumes with unwavering quality and consistency.
Whether in its single-vineyard cuvées or lieux-dits, the level of craftsmanship remains exceptionally high, with meticulous attention to every detail. Today, Guigal stands among the greatest and most respected talents in the Rhône. It is a reliable and unmatched value!