COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah, Viognier
PRODUCER
E. Guigal
REGION
Rhône Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde 2020 is a red wine from the AOC Côte-Rôtie in the Northern Rhône Valley, France. Its name, 'Brune et Blonde,' reflects the two historic slopes of the appellation, Côte Brune and Côte Blonde, each contributing unique characteristics to the blend. Maison Guigal, a family-owned estate founded in 1946, prioritizes vineyard ownership and meticulous winemaking. This wine is an archetypal expression of Côte-Rôtie's elegance and complexity, with a history rooted in the division of the appellation's slopes. The 2020 vintage is noted for its concentration and structure, influenced by a warm growing season.
ALCOHOL
13.8%
AVG. PRICE
€65
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the two distinct slopes of Côte-Rôtie: Côte Brune and Côte Blonde.
Fact 02
Guigal owns its own cooperage for barrel production.
Fact 03
Average vine age is 35 years.
Fact 04
280,000 bottles produced globally.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde 2020 begins with manual harvesting. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for a minimum of 36 months in oak barrels, with 50% of them being new. Guigal utilizes its own cooperage for barrel production, a practice that allows for specific tailoring of the oak influence. Sustainable viticulture and respect for the vineyard's ecosystem are core principles throughout the cultivation process, including low pruning and strict yield limitation.
