Cotes du Rhone Blanc

Wine information: Guigal was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal in the village of Ampuis. His son, Marcel, took over from his father in 1961. The Guigal family owns vineyards in Condrieu and in the Côte-Rôtie with illustrious plots in many famous appellations. The wines are made and aged at 12th century Chateau d’Ampuis located in the northern Rhone. In the summer of 2003, in an effort to improve quality and control over all aspects of wine making, Guigal opened an onsite cooperage. The cooperage at the Château d’Ampuis works in partnership with the cooperage at Chagny managed by Seguin Moreau. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Blanc is a blend of 55% Viognier, 20% Roussanne, 10% Marsanne, 5% Clairette, 5% Bourboulenc and 5% Grenache blanc. It undergoes a low temperature alcoholic fermentation and is then matured in stainless steel tanks.

Tasting Notes: Guigal Cotes du Rhone Blanc is is a clear and brilliant yellow - gold colour. The nose is marked by aromas of Viognier: white flowers, apricot, acacia and wild peach. On the palate the wine is fruity with plenty of richness and body. A well-rounded wine with elegance, strength and balance.

Food & drink match: Try with starters, fish and asian food.

 
     

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