E. Guigal : Hermitage 2002

A complex and powerful Hermitage wine signed E. Guigal

The property

The E. Guigal Estate was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal, in Ampuis. His son, Marcel, took over in 1961. Today, the 3rd generation continues the legacy and values of this iconic family house in the Rhône Valley.

Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, the E. Guigal estate oversees a mosaic of vineyards located in numerous appellations that form a range of wines of impeccable quality.

Over the vintages, the E. Guigal house has experienced strong growth, notably becoming the owner in 1995 of the famous Château d’Ampuis, as well as several wine estates (Jean-Louis Grippat, Domaine de Vallouit, Domaine de Bonserine or even the Château de Nalys, in Châteauneuf-du-Pape).

The vineyard

A reference among the Hermitage wines, this cuvée comes from the Beaumes, Méal, Bessards and Hermite plots. About 30 years old, the vines are planted on clay-limestone and sandy-gravelly soils.

Vinification and aging

After manual harvesting, the grapes are rigorously sorted. Vinification takes place in closed stainless steel tanks. Regular punch-downs and temperature control for nearly 3 weeks. This wine from the Rhône Valley is aged for about 36 months in oak barrels, 50% of which are new.

Blend

Syrah (100%)

Characteristics and tasting advice for the 2002 red Hermitage from E. Guigal

Tasting

Color
The ruby red color is adorned with violet reflections.

Nose
The nose reveals complex spicy, fruity (small red fruits) and subtly woody notes.

Palate
Powerful and with present tannins, the palate seduces with delicious flavors of blackcurrant and vanilla as well as its spicy finish (liquorice).

Service

For optimal tasting, serve between 16°C and 18°C.

Storage

An excellent wine for keeping, the 2002 Hermitage from E. Guigal can be cellared until around 2022.

Food and wine pairings

This red wine pairs ideally with lamb and more generally with red meats or cheese.