E. Guigal : Crozes-Hermitage 2020

The freshness and power of a Crozes-Hermitage red wine

The property

The E. Guigal Estate was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal, in Ampuis. His son, Marcel, took over in 1961. Today, the 3rd generation continues the legacy and values of this iconic family house in the Rhône Valley.

Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, the E. Guigal estate oversees a mosaic of vineyards located in numerous appellations that form a range of wines of impeccable quality.

Over the vintages, the E. Guigal house has experienced strong development, notably becoming the owner in 1995 of the famous Château d’Ampuis, as well as several wine estates (Jean-Louis Grippat, Domaine de Vallouit, Domaine de Bonserine and the Château de Nalys, in Châteauneuf-du-Pape).

The vineyard

This 2020 cuvée is a Crozes-Hermitage wine from a vineyard with clay-limestone and sandy-gravelly soils. The vines, which are about 35 years old, are mostly on hillsides and mainly come from the villages of Gervans, Mercurol, Larnage and Crozes-Hermitage.

Vinification and aging

Traditional harvest and vinification, temperature control during alcoholic fermentations. The maceration of this Rhône Valley wine lasts about three weeks.

Blend

Syrah (100%)

Characteristics and tasting advice for the 2020 Crozes-Hermitage from E. Guigal

Tasting

Color
The color is very dark and deep.

Nose
The nose develops notes of small red fruits (cherry, strawberry) as well as delicate woody touches.

Palate
The palate offers a remarkable tannic structure with aromas of buds, blackcurrant and vanilla.

Storage

While it can be tasted today, its storage capacity promises an evolution until around 2028.

Service

For optimal tasting, serve between 16°C and 18°C.

Food and wine pairings

This Rhône red wine pairs ideally with red meats, especially game, and cheeses.