E. Guigal : Hermitage 2019

The complexity and depth of a Hermitage red wine from E. Guigal

The estate

Domaine E. Guigal was founded in 1946 in Ampuis by Etienne Guigal. His son, Marcel, took over in 1961. Today, the third generation continues the heritage and values of this emblematic Rhône Valley family estate.

Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage: the E. Guigal estate oversees a mosaic of vineyards placed in numerous appellations which make up a range of Rhône Valley wines of irreproachable quality.

Over the vintages, the E. Guigal house has seen huge development, notably becoming the owner in 1995 of the famous Château d’Ampuis, as well as many other winegrowing estates (Jean-Louis Grippat, domaine de Vallouit, Domaine de Bonserine and Château de Nalys, in Châteauneuf-du-Pape).

The vineyard

A major name among Hermitage wines, this cuvée stems from the Beaumes, Méal, Bessards and Hermite plots. The vines, on average 30 years old, are planted on limestone clay-silt and sandy-gravel soils.

Winemaking and ageing

Alcoholic fermentation and temperature control. After a vatting period of 5 weeks, this Rhone wine was aged for approximately 36 months in oak barrels, 50% of which were new.

Blend

Syrah (100%)

Characteristics and tasting tips for Hermitage 2019 rouge from E. Guigal

Tasting

Colour
The wine is of a deep ruby red, adorned with purplish highlights.

Nose
The nose mingles fruity (red fruit), spicy and woody notes.

Palate
The palate is complex, mingling dense tannins with scents of flower buds, blackcurrant and vanilla. The finish is lingering, releasing licorice and spice notes.

To serve

For the best tasting, serve between 16°C and 18°C.

Storage

Hermitage 2019 is an excellent ageing wine that can be laid down until around 2029.

Food and wine pairing

This red wine pairs perfectly with red meats like lamb and cheeses.