E. Guigal - Cotes-du-Rhone - White 2022
- Producer E. Guigal
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Blend
2% Bourboulenc
8% Clairette
2% Grenache Blanc
8% Marsanne
15% Rousanne
65% Viognier - Country France
- Region Rhone Valley
- Appellation Cotes Du Rhone
- UPC 7 90559 80100 4
Winery Technical Data
Soil type: Varied soil, sediment, limestone, granite.
Grape variety: 65% Viognier, 15% Roussanne, 8% Marsanne, 8 % Clairette, 2% Bourboulenc, 2% white Grenache.
Average age of vines: 25 years.
Winemaking: Low temperatures, temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation.
Ageing: Stainless steel tanks.
Average yield: 35 Hl/Hectare.
Average annual production Tasting notes
Eye: Yellow gold, clear and brilliant.
Nose: Freshness marked by the distinctive aromas of Viognier ;white flowers, apricot, acacia and white peach.
Palate: Fruity with plenty of richness and body.
Overall: A well-rounded wine with elegance, strength and balance.
Loyal followers of the GUIGAL Côtes-du-Rhône will enjoy this wine which flatters as much as its famous red cousin!
Consumption: A boire Serving temperature: 10 Celsius
Ageing potential: 3 years.
Food and wine matching: Starters, fish, asian food.
Grape variety: 65% Viognier, 15% Roussanne, 8% Marsanne, 8 % Clairette, 2% Bourboulenc, 2% white Grenache.
Average age of vines: 25 years.
Winemaking: Low temperatures, temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation.
Ageing: Stainless steel tanks.
Average yield: 35 Hl/Hectare.
Average annual production Tasting notes
Eye: Yellow gold, clear and brilliant.
Nose: Freshness marked by the distinctive aromas of Viognier ;white flowers, apricot, acacia and white peach.
Palate: Fruity with plenty of richness and body.
Overall: A well-rounded wine with elegance, strength and balance.
Loyal followers of the GUIGAL Côtes-du-Rhône will enjoy this wine which flatters as much as its famous red cousin!
Consumption: A boire Serving temperature: 10 Celsius
Ageing potential: 3 years.
Food and wine matching: Starters, fish, asian food.
Estate
The firm of E. Guigal, located in Ampuis, was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal. Since 1961 his son Marcel has led the estate, and his unparalleled work ethic and dedication to quality have brought attention to Cote-Rotie and other appellations throughout the Rhone that were in danger of being lost, and lifted the Guigal wines to the pinnacle of the wine world. Today, Marcel's son Philippe serves as Director and Oenologist, continuing the tradition of leadership in the Rhone Valley and uncompromising excellence.
Tasting notes
The Guigal family specialization in the great white Rhone varieties. This wine is based on Viognier, it is both fresh and rich with complex aromas and flavors of honeysuckle, pear, and kiwi, and a deep mineral streak. It is a beautiful, seamless wine that represents unbelievable value.
Vinification
Handled at low temperatures and then fermented 100% in stainless steel tanks at low temperatures. While the key to this wine is its play of freshness with the expressive, concentrated fruit, it has complexity that means it benefits from some aging and development. It was held until 9 months after harvest.
