Cote-Rotie

Notes - The Guigal Domaine was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal in the ancient village of Ampuis, home of the wines of the Côte-Rôtie. These vineyards are over 2,400 years old and you can still see the small terraced walls characteristic of the Roman period. Etienne Guigal arrived in this region in 1923 at the age of 14, he made over 67 vintages. His son Marcel took over in 1961. Today, Philippe Guigal (Marcel's son), oenologist, is the third generation to continue the family endeavour to be at the service of the greatest wines of the Rhône Valley. United as a family, Bernadette, Marcel and Philippe work together to develop this family owned and run enterprise. In 2006, Marcel Guigal was awarded Decanter Man of the Year for his outstanding contribution to the development of the Rhône area. 93% Syrah and 7% Viognier aged for 42 months in new oak. The 2000 is deep, ruby red with dark tints. On the nose there are hints of small red fruits, blackberry and morello cherry. It is intensely aromatic, powerful and elegant. The palate has a supple attack with a balanced structure, concentration and elegant tannins. Fully expressive of the terroir. La Turque also has all the virility of the Côte Brune with the subtlety and femininity of the Côte Blonde.
 
     

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