E. Guigal - Hermitage 2021 (750ml) Tinto Fino

E. Guigal - Hermitage 2021 (750ml) Tinto FinoThe Guigal domain was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal in the ancient village of Ampuis, home of the wines of the Cte Rtie. In these vineyards that are over 2400 years old, you can still see the small terraced walls characteristic of the Roman period. Etienne Guigal arrived in this region in 1923 at the age of 14. He made wine for over 67 vintages and, at the beginning of his career, participated in the development of the Vidal Fleury establishment.

Aged in 82% new barrels

this 100% Tempranillo delivers bright red fruits and spice notes with a long moderately tannic finish

incredibly lush and supple but crystalline and even pure Sonnenuhr with a highly stimulating

JS96James SucklingLots of subtle redcurrant and berry character

Medium-bodied with dark stone fruits

all elevated by a lovely backbone of spice notes from extended aging in French oak barrels

keeping itself hidden from view

there is a balance between alcohol and acidity

Pairs well with roasted chicken or pasta with cream sauce

The medium-bodied palate offers a lovely dichotomy of toasty fruits with uplifted citrusy

where it remained sur lie without sulfur until July

and caramelized sugar round out the initial aromatic profile