E. Guigal : Brune et Blonde 2020

A complex and beautifully creamy Côte-Rôtie red wine

The estate

The E. Guigal Estate was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal, in Ampuis. His son, Marcel, took over in 1961. Today, the 3rd generation continues the legacy and values of this iconic family house in the Rhône Valley.

Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, the E. Guigal estate oversees a mosaic of vineyards located in numerous appellations that form a range of wines of impeccable quality.

Over the vintages, the E. Guigal house has experienced strong growth, notably becoming the owner in 1995 of the famous Château d’Ampuis, as well as several wine estates (Jean-Louis Grippat, Domaine de Vallouit, Domaine de Bonserine and the Château de Nalys, in Châteauneuf-du-Pape).

The vineyard

Brune and Blonde is a wine from the Rhône Valley produced from plots located on steep terraces. Approximately 35 years old, the vines are planted on schist and siliceous-limestone soils in the Côte-Blonde and rich in iron oxides in the Côte-Brune.

Vinification and aging

Rigorous sorting before vinification in stainless steel tanks. Regular punch-downs, control of fermentation temperatures then maceration for nearly 3 weeks. This Côte-Rôtie wine is aged in oak barrels (50% new wood) for 38 months.

Blend

Syrah
Viognier

Characteristics and tasting advice for the 2020 Brune and Blonde cuvée from E. Guigal

Tasting

Color
The color is a deep ruby red with dark and shiny reflections.

Nose
The nose seduces with its bouquet mixing sweet spices, small red fruits and delicate woody notes.

Palate
Supple and harmonious, the palate reveals melted and silky tannins, carrying flavors of raspberry, blackberry and subtle vanilla touches.

Service

For optimal tasting, serve between 16°C and 18°C.

Food and wine pairings

This wine pairs perfectly with red meats, game and a fine selection of mature cheeses.