E. Guigal : Château d'Ampuis 2019

The structure and concentration of a great red wine from Côte-Rôtie

The estate

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 Rhône Valley wines of impeccable quality.

Over the vintages, the E. Guigal house has experienced strong growth, 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

Château d'Ampuis 2019 is a Côte-Rôtie wine from a vineyard that includes among others 7 exceptional terroirs: Le Clos "Côte Blonde", La Garde "Côte Blonde", La Grande Plantée "Côte Blonde", La Pommière "Côte Brune", Le Pavillon Rouge "Côte Brune". Le Moulin "Côte Brune" La Viria "Côte Brune". Planted in the XVIth century, the vines are cultivated on steep terraces whose soils are mainly composed of granites (biotite granite, muscovite granite).

Vinification and aging

After the harvest, the grapes are vinified in closed stainless steel vats. Fermentations then maceration for 3 weeks. The aging of this Rhône Valley wine is carried out in new barrels for a period of 38 months.

Blend

Syrah (93%)
Viognier (7%)

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Château d'Ampuis 2019 from E. Guigal

Tasting

Color
The color is adorned with a deep dark red hue with purple reflections.

Nose
The nose, expressive and intense, exudes spicy and woody fragrances enhanced by elegant notes of black fruits.

Palate
With a beautiful tannic structure, the palate offers concentration and power as well as aromas of prunes, blackberries and vanilla.

Service

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

Storage

This great wine can wait in cellars until around 2034 to reveal its full aromatic palette.

Food and wine pairings

This Château d'Ampuis 2019 from E. Guigal pairs ideally with red meats, game, but also cheeses.