• Guigal 2016 Rouge Côtes du Rhône, France
  • Guigal 2016 Rouge Côtes du Rhône, France
2016 Rouge

Guigal

Côtes du Rhône, France

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

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About This Wine

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.

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Guigal 2016 Rouge Côtes du Rhône, France

Wine Region

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

Pairs well with… Duck Breast, Charcuterie, Steak au poivre

Body 3 Acidity 4Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 4Tannin 4

Tasting Notes

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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.