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Wine Description
The Story
In the Côte-Rôtie, the GUIGAL estate owns several jewels including the famous Côte-Rôtie « La Mouline » situated on the Côte Blonde vineyard which distinguishes itself by its shape which is characteristic of a Roman amphitheatre. In this ancient theater, exceptionally, the enjoyment flows from the tiers to the arena. Situated on the Côte Brune, « La Turque » facing fully South benefits from maximum exposure to the sun and also from a complex t...
Wine Information
Soil type Silicone limestone with schistes producing clay soil rich in iron oxyde.
Grape variety 93% Syrah, 7% Viognier.
Average age of vines 25 years
Winemaking Thermoregulated stainless steel tanks. Automated punching down. Alcoholic fermentation/ 4 week maceration.
Ageing 42 months in new oak.
Average yield 36 Hl/Hectare.
Tasting
Eye : Deep ruby red with dark tints.
Nose : Small red fruit, blackberry, morello cherry ...