E. Guigal - Hermitage - Red 2013
- Producer E. Guigal
- Blend 100% Syrah
- Country France
- Region Rhone Valley
- Appellation Hermitage
- UPC 3 53665 020100 1
Tasting notes
Eye : Deep ruby red with violet tinges.
Nose : Spices, red berries and delicate oak aromas.
Palate : A powerful and tannic wine. Aromas of blackcurrant buds and vanilla. Licorice and spicy finish.
Overall : A racy and seductive wine. A perfect wine for putting down.
Nose : Spices, red berries and delicate oak aromas.
Palate : A powerful and tannic wine. Aromas of blackcurrant buds and vanilla. Licorice and spicy finish.
Overall : A racy and seductive wine. A perfect wine for putting down.
Winemaking
Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation. 4 weeks maceration in vats.
Ageing
36 months in oak barrels. 50% new.
Average age of vines
30 years
Food pairing
Consumption: A garder
Serving temperature: 16 Celsius to 18 Celsius
Ageing potential: 10 years.
Food and wine matching: Small game, red meat and cheese.
Ageing potential: 10 years.
Food and wine matching: Small game, red meat and cheese.
Soil type
limestone clay and silt soil. Sandy gravel.