# Guigal Côte Rôtie La Turque E.Guigal (2019)

- **Producer:** E. Guigal
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Syrah, Viognier
- **Region:** Rhône, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €437
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black cherry, violet, black pepper, black plum, blackberry, cedar, chocolate, coffee, smoke, forest floor, tobacco, earth, leather

## About this wine

Guigal Côte Rôtie La Turque E.Guigal is a red wine from the Northern Rhône's Côte-Rôtie appellation. The 2019 vintage is primarily Syrah (93%) with 7% Viognier. La Turque is a small, historic vineyard acquired and replanted by E. Guigal, known for its unique terroir on the Côte Brune. The producer, E. Guigal, is a respected Rhône Valley winery established in 1946, celebrated for its single-vineyard expressions. This wine is distinguished by its concentrated and elegant profile, reflecting its specific vineyard origin.

## Interesting facts

- La Turque vineyard was out of production for nearly 50 years before Guigal replanted it.
- The vineyard's name hints at its historical connection to trade routes.
- It's one of Guigal's iconic 'La La' single-vineyard wines.
- The vineyard is just 2.5 acres in size.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and firm tannins are well-suited to rich, protein-heavy dishes, where they can soften and integrate. The wine's inherent complexity and savory notes complement earthy flavors like truffles and mushrooms, while its fruit concentration can balance the richness of game meats.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Guigal Côte Rôtie La Turque involves fermentation and maceration in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats for about four weeks, utilizing traditional punch-down methods. Following this, the wine is aged for 40 to 42 months in 100% new oak barrels, crafted at the producer's cooperage. Viticulture practices are focused on environmental sustainability, including biodiversity and soil conservation.