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E. Guigal Saint Joseph Vignes De L’Hospice, Rhone Valley, France 2019

E. Guigal Saint Joseph Vignes De L’Hospice

Alcohol: 14.0% Red from France, Rhône Valley Year: 2019

A captivating wine that hails from the esteemed Northern Rhône region, where Syrah reigns supreme. With its deep ruby color, this vintage exudes enticing aromas of blackberries, black olives, and hints of violet. On the palate, it reveals a harmonious blend of dark fruit flavors, subtle spices, and a touch of smoked meat. The Vignes De L'Hospice bottling showcases the distinctiveness of the Saint Joseph appellation, offering a wine of remarkable depth, complexity, and a long-lasting finish.

Grapes

Syrah

Mouthfeel

3/5
Body
4/5
Dry
3/5
Acidity
3/5
Tannins

Awards

James Suckling: 91 Cellar Tracker: 94
$165.00 SGD
About Producer Nerdy stuff Serving

E. Guigal is a renowned wine producer steeped in history and located in the heart of the Rhône Valley, France. For over seven decades, the Guigal family has passionately crafted exceptional wines that showcase the region's terroir and winemaking heritage. With vineyards spanning across the Rhône Valley, including the iconic Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage appellations, E. Guigal carefully tends to their vines to produce grapes of exceptional quality. Guided by their philosophy of "Quality is not the result of chance, it is the product of hard work," they employ traditional winemaking methods, allowing each wine to express its unique character and sense of place. From their acclaimed Côtes du Rhône to their prestigious single-vineyard wines, E. Guigal wines exude elegance, complexity, and a deep respect for tradition, making them a true treasure for wine enthusiasts to discover and enjoy.

Fermentation

Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation up to 33°C.

Maturation

30 months in new oak barrels.

Alcohol

14.0%

Serving temperature

16°C to 18°C

Decanting

30-1 hour in a decanter or a couple of hours in an open bottle