Guigal is the leading wine merchant in the Rhône Valley. Owner and merchant Marcel Guigal now offers an impeccable range across almost all Rhône Valley appellations, including the renowned Côte-Rôtie: La Mouline, La Turque, and La Landonne, as well as, more recently, Château d'Ampuis. La Landonne is the quintessential wine for aging, made from vines averaging 35 years old.
Winemaking
Vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Continuous pump-overs using CO2 pressure. Alcoholic fermentation and maceration for a minimum of 4 weeks. Aged for 40 months in new oak barrels.
Grape Variety: Syrah
Alcohol: 14.5%
Tasting Notes
Deep red color with dark highlights. Aromas of small black fruits, leather, licorice, oriental spices, and roasted notes are found on the nose. It is powerful, structured, with a pronounced expression of terroir, richness, and concentration.
Serving suggestion: Ideal with marinated meats, beef stew, small game, or aged cheeses. Serve at 16-17°C.
