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Maison Guigal acquires Domaine de Nalys in Châteauneuf-du-Pape

The famous Rhône producer, E Guigal has invested in the Southern Rhône valley purchasing Domaine de Nalys in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Producing wines exclusively under the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, this stunning property is one of the oldest domains in the region; it is listed in the land registry as far back as the 17th century. Domaine de Nalys covers over 50 hectares in...

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History

The year is 1927 and 18-year-old Etienne Guigal lifts the iron knocker on the door of the Rhône’s most well-known winemaker, Vidal-Fleury.

Being a cellar assistant in Joseph Vidal-Fleury’s prestigious company would be the perfect launchpad for the future. Exactly 80 years later the door is opened by a slender young man with dark hair. This is Etienne Guigal’s grandson, Philippe. At the age of 32, he owns the Vidal-Fleury estate, where his ...

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Vineyards

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« Nature can only be managed by obeying its laws » F.BACON

The GUIGAL estate owns vineyards in Condrieu and the Côte-Rôtie with plots which produce some of its most exceptional wines including, « La Doriane » in Condrieu, and the famous Côte-Rôtie Crus, « La Mouline », « La Turque », « La Landonne » and the Côte-Rôtie, « Château d’Ampuis ».

L’Ermitage « Ex-Voto », product of the mythical terroirs of Hermitage, is produced in ...

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Winemaking

Vinification, transmission from generation to generation

Vinification requires the perfect mastery of skills honed by our ancestors to produce top-quality wine. Each stage of the process demands extreme care and attention to detail at all times. This is where the quintessence of a great wine is split between artisanal techniques and the modern tools of vinification. This duality brings out the complexity of the grape variety’s character and...

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Inside information

In order to enhance quality the Guigals worked to acquire ownership in vineyards.

Purchased in 1965, the just under one-hectare La Mouline plantation, which is located on the slopes of Côte Blonde, set the stage for the Guigals’ present reputation. Introduced the very next year, the La Mouline single-vineyard proved to be a smashing success, and the active acquisition of vineyards continued. However, it would be more than 10 years before th...

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