Ratings
WS 92 · WA 92
Identity
| Producer | E. Guigal |
| Year | 2021 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | AOC |
| Grapes | 100% Syrah |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | deep ruby red |
| Aroma | aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries, red fruits such as strawberry and cherry, blackcurrant buds, vanilla, lilac, iris, pepper, sweet spices, tarragon, cured meats, liquorice, and subtle woody notes |
| Palate | rich and concentrated palate with spicy hints of white pepper and liquorice, well-defined yet subtle tannins, balanced acidity, firm iron-tinged backbone, smooth and structured with lush fruit and savory acidity, medium to full-bodied, round and sappy, with a long, charming finish |
| Finish | long, piquant, elegant, and enduring finish with a slight drying nutty character and subtle herbaceous notes |
| Food Pairing | grilled meats, hearty stews, cheese platter, cured meats, game dishes |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 6 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.0 |
| Aging Process | 36 months in oak barrels |
| Fermentation | fermentation in vats with temperature control, maceration for about 4 weeks |
Terroir
| Soil | clay loams and sandy gravels |
| Vine Age | 35 |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Plots are harvested manually with an average yield of 40 hectolitres per hectare. |
Interesting facts
| E. Guigal is a prestigious family winery founded in 1946 in the Rhône Valley, known for high-quality wines and its own cooperage since 2003. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |