COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah, Viognier
PRODUCER
E. Guigal
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Côte Rôtie La Turque from E. Guigal is a distinguished red wine from the Northern Rhône Valley's Côte Rôtie appellation, specifically from the Côte Brune sub-region. It is one of Guigal's highly regarded single-vineyard cuvées, often grouped with La Landonne and La Mouline as the 'LaLa' wines. The vineyard's unique terroir, characterized by steep slopes and clayey soil rich in iron oxides, is instrumental in shaping the wine's profile. The estate, E. Guigal, was established in 1946 and is a family-owned producer renowned for its dedication to quality.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€1200
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
La Turque is part of Guigal's revered 'LaLa' trio: La Landonne, La Mouline, and La Turque.
Fact 02
The vineyard's steep slopes can exceed 60%, requiring meticulous hand-harvesting.
Fact 03
The soil of Côte Brune is rich in iron oxides, contributing to the wine's powerful character.
Fact 04
The wine undergoes an extended aging period of 40 months in new oak barrels.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Côte Rôtie La Turque involves a focus on its specific single vineyard, La Turque, located on the Côte Brune. Grapes are typically harvested late to maximize ripeness. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an extensive aging process of 40 months in new oak barrels before bottling.
