Ratings
RP 90 · D 90 · JS 90.
Identity
| Producer | E. Guigal |
| Year | 2020 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep and dark red, shiny. |
| Aroma | Blackberries, blueberries, black cherries, black olive, earth, red berries, spices, floral notes, licorice, tobacco, chocolate. |
| Palate | Full-bodied, supple, fluid, medium-bodied, smoky, with wild cherry, raspberry, powdered graphite, charred mesquite, smooth tannins, vibrant freshness, structured yet refined. |
| Finish | Long, elegant, lush finish with notes of herbs, stone-driven minerality, and a juicy finale. |
| Food Pairing | Beef stew, gourmet burgers, grilled tamari steaks, charcuterie, delicate French cheese. |
| Serving Temp | 16 |
| Aging Potential | 6 years. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | Traditional vinification with destemming, pressing, fermentation at low temperature; aged in cellars in Ampuis. |
| Fermentation | Fermented at low temperature after destemming and pressing. |
Terroir
| Soil | Varied soils in Rhône Valley. |
| Vine Age | 35 |
| Harvest Type | manual. |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-picked to ensure quality. |
Interesting facts
| Guigal is a prestigious Rhône Valley producer; this wine is a classic Rhône blend with a high Syrah content; the winery was founded in 1946 and is family-run. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork. |