{"product_id":"e-guigal-cote-rotie-la-turque-2019","title":"E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 2019","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMaison Établissements Guigal was founded in 1946 by Étienne Guigal in Ampuis, Northern Rhône. Over generational stewardship—Étienne, Marcel, and now Philippe—the estate has become legendary, particularly for its “La-La” single-vineyard bottlings: La Mouline, La Landonne, and La Turque. La Turque was re-established after Guigal purchased the vineyard from Vidal-Fleury in 1980; its first modern vintage was 1985. The vineyard had been neglected but carried a reputation from earlier centuries. Guigal revived it to produce one of Côte-Rôtie’s most sought-after wines.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGuigal’s vineyard team sources fruit from the La Turque vineyard (Côte Brune), focusing on meticulous vineyard management—low yields, old vines, and precise harvest timing. Winemaker(s) Marcel and Philippe Guigal oversee the vinification, employing extended macerations, a portion of Viognier for lift, and aging in 100% new French oak barrels. Their goal is to blend power, elegance, terroir signature, and long-term cellaring potential.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eLa Turque vineyard lies in Côte Brune, just north of Côte Blonde, on steep slopes with southern exposure. The soils are complex: a mix of iron-rich clay-limestone, schist, and some granite. The microclimate benefits from warm sunshine and cool nights, contributing both ripeness and freshness. The vines include older Syrah vines, plus a small component of Viognier.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe grapes were fermented with a period of maceration of about four weeks in stainless steel vats with some inclusion of stems, and a small percentage of Viognier for aromatic lift. The wine ages for 42 months in new French oak barriques (100% new). Following barrel aging, a bottle rest is usually given before release.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDeep ruby with dark garnet edges. The nose displays intense blackberry, cassis, blue fruits, violet, graphite, smoked meats, exotic spices, and floral perfume. On the palate the wine is powerful and concentrated yet shows grace, with firm tannins, balancing acidity, complex mid-palate depth, and a long, mineral-tinged finish. Aromatic lift from Viognier and spice interplay deepen the experience.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs beautifully with rich and robust dishes: roasted and grilled red meats (ribeye, venison, lamb), game with earthy sauces, smoked duck breast, mushrooms and truffle dishes, mature cheeses, perhaps even hearty stews. Because of its power, bold fare matches well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe at around 17-18 °C. Decanting at least 1-2 hours if drinking before maturity helps open up aromas and soften tannins. Use a large burgundy- or Rhône-style glass to capture its aromatic complexity. Let the wine breathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis is made to age—expect peak drinking starting around 2025-2028, with long-term cellaring into the 2030s and even beyond under ideal storage (12-14 °C, stable humidity, dark). Over time tertiary flavors such as leather, forest floor, ash, spice and more delicate floral nuances will emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e≈ 93 % Syrah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e≈ 7 % Viognier\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e14.5 %\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWine Advocate – 98-100 Points\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJeb Dunnuck – 98-100 Points\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJames Suckling – 98 Points\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922271551702,"sku":null,"price":3180.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/E.GuigalCoteRotieLaTurque_9e751649-a340-4631-b6f8-7e61919d861c.png?v=1773668013","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/e-guigal-cote-rotie-la-turque-2019","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}