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2016 Rouge

Guigal

Côtes du Rhône, France

E. Guigal is one of the most distinguished wine producers in the Rhône Valley, France.

$14.00
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ABOUT THIS WINE:

Guigal

Guigal

Rouge

Comprised of almost equal parts classic Rhône varietals, 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, and 10% Mourvèdre, this is the most popular blend from this region. Using traditional, truly "Old World" winemaking methods and aged for 18 months in oak barrels, this is the epitome of a Cote du Rhône Rouge wine.

NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive Wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.

Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MD, ME, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, VT, WA.

ABOUT THIS WINE

Guigal

Guigal

Rouge

Comprised of almost equal parts classic Rhône varietals, 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, and 10% Mourvèdre, this is the most popular blend from this region. Using traditional, truly "Old World" winemaking methods and aged for 18 months in oak barrels, this is the epitome of a Cote du Rhône Rouge wine.

NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive Wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.

Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MD, ME, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, VT, WA.
Guigal

WINE REGION:

Outline of Côtes du Rhône

Côtes du Rhône

Many of France's best-value red wines come from Côtes du Rhône. The appellation covers the entire Rhône Valley, which is responsible for some of the country's boldest wines. Most Côtes du Rhône wine is red, ripe and fruity, made using a technique called semi-carbonic maceration (a method also used frequently in Beaujolais). This adds flavors of kirsch and even banana to the typical notes of black fruit, red fruit and Provençal herbs. Most grapes for Côtes du Rhône are grown on the warm, windswept plains of the Southern Rhône. And, as always for Southern Rhône wines, the GSM (Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre) blend reigns supreme.

WINE REGION

Outline of Côtes du Rhône

Côtes du Rhône

Many of France's best-value red wines come from Côtes du Rhône. The appellation covers the entire Rhône Valley, which is responsible for some of the country's boldest wines. Most Côtes du Rhône wine is red, ripe and fruity, made using a technique called semi-carbonic maceration (a method also used frequently in Beaujolais). This adds flavors of kirsch and even banana to the typical notes of black fruit, red fruit and Provençal herbs. Most grapes for Côtes du Rhône are grown on the warm, windswept plains of the Southern Rhône. And, as always for Southern Rhône wines, the GSM (Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre) blend reigns supreme.

FLAVOR PROFILE:

Guigal 2016 Rouge

Pairs well with…

Duck Breast, Charcuterie, Steak au poivre

Body
3
Body
Acidity
4
Acidity
Fruit Intensity
4
Fruit Intensity
Tannin
4
Tannin

Pairs well with…

Duck Breast, Charcuterie, Steak au poivre

FLAVOR PROFILE

Guigal 2016 Rouge

Pairs well with…

Duck Breast, Charcuterie, Steak au poivre

Body
3
Body
Acidity
4
Acidity
Fruit Intensity
4
Fruit Intensity
Tannin
4
Tannin

Pairs well with…

Duck Breast, Charcuterie, Steak au poivre

TASTING NOTES:

Blueberry

Baking Spice

Blackberry

Deep ruby red, this jewel-like vintage presents a nose of rich berry aromatics complemented by an earthy cinnamon warmth. Full-bodied, well-balanced, and elegant with smooth tannins, a silky mouthfeel, and a long lingering finish.

TASTING NOTES

Blueberry

Baking Spice

Blackberry

Deep ruby red, this jewel-like vintage presents a nose of rich berry aromatics complemented by an earthy cinnamon warmth. Full-bodied, well-balanced, and elegant with smooth tannins, a silky mouthfeel, and a long lingering finish.

ABOUT THE BRAND:

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

Guigal

Etienne Guigal established his family-owned and run vineyards in the very heart of the Côte-Rôtie appellation along the Rhône River in 1946 and alongside several of the most acclaimed French houses: Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage. Maison Guigal's desire to preserve the vineyards and respect the inherent ecosystem is apparent in every aspect of their viticultural practice.

ABOUT THE BRAND

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

Guigal

Etienne Guigal established his family-owned and run vineyards in the very heart of the Côte-Rôtie appellation along the Rhône River in 1946 and alongside several of the most acclaimed French houses: Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage. Maison Guigal's desire to preserve the vineyards and respect the inherent ecosystem is apparent in every aspect of their viticultural practice.