Rhone Valley
Characteristics
Country / Region: Rhone Valley
Vintage: 2017
Name: AOP Côtes du Rhône
Grape variety: 50% Syrah, 45% Grenache & 5% Mourvèdre
Alcohol: 14.5 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 2 stars in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2022 Estate rated 5 stars in the Guide Bettane et Desseauve 2022
Wine:
The 2017 Red Côtes-du-Rhône Assemblage Premium combines finesse and concentration in perfect balance. It is the Côtes-du-Rhône we love, carried by juicy, honest and spicy flavors of fruit, a fine texture, with just the right amount of tension and character. In short, an extremely well-calibrated wine, reflecting the excellence of the Rhône Valley. Enjoy it, it truly is unique!Vinification:
Hand harvested, traditional vinification, temperature control of fermentations, long macerations, ageing of 36 months partly in oak barrels.Color:
Red of good intensity.Nose:
Aromas of red fruits highlighted by delicate spicy notes.Palate:
Concentrated and delicate, this wine is well-balanced, full of tension and character. A true beauty!
Temperature:
Serve between 16 and 18°C.Food and wine pairing:
Beef stew with red wine, fricassee of lamb collar with thyme, red mullet with Geneva sauce.Cellar aging:
From now until 2025
Our partnership with Maison Guigal continues! With Olivier Poussier, they have selected the best of the estate on the Côtes-du-Rhône appellation, on the most sought-after sector near Signargues, Orsan and the Massif d'Uchaux. The result? A wonderful, deep yet incredibly fresh wine illustrating all the greatness of Maison Guigal!
More than a simple Côtes-du-Rhône, this vibrant wine is the reflection of our common passion and strong bond with this great signature. Enjoy it at a great price!