E Guigal Cote Rotie Chateau D Ampuis 2019 750ml

The 2019 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie Château d'Ampuis is a prestigious single-cuvée red wine crafted from seven exceptional vineyard parcels across the Côte Blonde and Côte Brune slopes of the Northern Rhône. Combining 93% Syrah with 7% Viognier, this distinguished wine captures the power and elegance of traditional Côte-Rôtie. Aged for 38 months in new French oak barrels, it develops remarkable concentration, structured tannins and layers of dark fruit, smoky spice and savoury complexity. Powerful yet refined, the 2019 vintage offers impressive depth and outstanding ageing potential.

Tasting Notes:

Colour:
Deep, dark ruby red with distinctive mauve reflections.

Nose:
Intense aromas of ripe blackberries, dark plums and blackcurrants, complemented by smoked meat, tapenade, liquorice and freshly ground black pepper.

Palate:
Full-bodied, concentrated and powerful, revealing layers of blackberry, blueberry and ripe plum. Smoky, herbal and savoury nuances add complexity, while firm yet refined tannins provide structure and balance.

Finish:
Long and persistent, with lingering dark fruit, peppery spice, smoky notes and a mineral-edged finish.