Guigal - Côte Rôtie - La Mouline - Red - 2017

Wine:

Sourced from the renowned Côte Blonde vineyard, the 2017 Red Côte Rôtie La Mouline is a testament to elegance and precision. This limited cuvée, produced from just 1.4 hectares of Syrah, reveals vibrant notes of dark fruits, violet, and subtle spices, capturing the essence of its exceptional terroir. On the palate, it offers remarkable depth and balance, with a full-bodied yet refined structure. The texture is silky, the flavours layered and harmonious, and the finish long and detailed. While approachable now with decanting, this wine is built to age gracefully for the next 7 to 10 years and beyond. Rated 96+/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, extracted by regular pumping over, aged for 40 months in new oak barrels.

Color:

Bright ruby red with vermilion highlights.

Nose:

Intense aromas of ripe red berries intertwine with floral notes of violet and subtle hints of spice.

Palate:

Refined and elegant, with vibrant and expressive flavours, this cuvée delivers a perfectly balanced profile. Its structure is both powerful and precise, combining complexity and finesse with undeniable charm.

Temperature:

Decant and serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Chargrilled rib of beef, small game birds, woodcock, hare à la Royale.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032 and beyond for enthusiasts.

A remarkable viticultural achievement paired with an extraordinary human story, Maison Guigal has reached the pinnacle of winemaking. Icons of the Rhône Valley, the legendary Côte-Rôtie La Mouline and La Turque stand as enduring testaments to this excellence.

Masterfully vinified and built for ageing, these wines are powerful, expansive, and of exceptional finesse. They transcend emotion, serving as timeless benchmarks in the pantheon of the world’s greatest wines.