Guigal SA
Château d'Ampuis Côte Rôtie
2015
$175.00
About this winery
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Product notes
Soil and terroir: Includes, among other things, seven exceptional terroirs: Clos “Côte Blonde”, Garde “Côte Blonde”, Grande Plantée “Côte Blonde”, Pommière “Côte Brune”, Red Pavilion “Côte Brune”, the Moulin “Côte Brune” and the Viria “Côte Brune”. - Average age of the vines: Vines already planted in the 16th century.
Production notes
Manual harvest. - Vinification in closed stainless steel vats. Temperature controlled during alcoholic fermentation. Fermentation time of four weeks. - Unique aging of 38 months in new pieces.
Tasting notes
Dark and very deep color. Purple reflections. Spices, black fruits and delicate wood aromas. The nose is dense, expressive and intense. Tannic and racy wine. Aromas of prunes, blackberries and vanilla. Powerful, concentrated and structured mouth. - Wine and food pairings: Game, red meats and cheeses.