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E. Guigal - Condrieu 2017

E. Guigal - Condrieu 2017

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5/5 (4 customers)

91/100

Robert Parker

15/20

RVF

15/20

Bettane & Desseauve

“Superb, fresh, and luscious fruitiness—melon and peach—with a round, flavorful palate; very dry, which isn’t always the case in this appellation. Kudos for this flagship Condrieu.” (The Bettane & Desseauve Wine Guide 2020)

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Estate

Guigal

Vintage

2017

Designation

Condrieu

Region

Rhône

Grape Varieties

100% Viognier

Regions

Steep terraced slopes, granite-based fields cultivated using traditional methods

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

Alcoholic fermentation at low temperatures in new oak barrels (1/3) and stainless steel tanks (2/3); 100% malolactic fermentation

Livestock Farming

1/3 in new oak barrels and 2/3 in stainless steel tanks for 8 months

Eye

A bright, clear, golden-yellow color

Nose

Very intense notes of flowers (violet) and fruit (apricot, white peaches, and citrus)

Palate

Freshness and roundness. Plenty of body, richness, and creaminess

Serve

At 12-13°C

Open

1/2 hour before

Drink before

2022

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy as an aperitif, or as an appetizer with foie gras, scrambled eggs with truffles, delicate fish dishes...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated (2020 guide) 15/20 (Very good wine)

Rated estate (2023 guide): 5*Stars (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)

About the wine:

A superb, fresh, and luscious fruitiness—melon and peach—with a round, flavorful palate; very dry, which isn’t always the case in this appellation. Kudos for this flagship Condrieu.

About the estate:

Marcel and Philippe Guigal jointly lead the successful family business, which since 2017 has expanded significantly in the south, to Châteauneuf-du-Pape (77 hectares of owned vineyards), supplemented in the spring of 2022 by the 100 hectares of Château d’Aquéria. And, as always, the estate boasts a rich portfolio of vineyards in Côte Rôtie, Condrieu, Saint-Joseph, and Hermitage. Wine enthusiasts can savor some of the valley’s greatest vintages, not to mention the brilliant Côtes-du-Rhône—in all three colors—and Tavel, Philippe’s favorite wine.
Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the estate:

In addition to its “treasures” in côte-rôtie, Hermitage, and Condrieu, the Guigal estate owns two beautiful plots in Saint-Joseph: the “Saint-Joseph” vineyard, which gave its name to the appellation, and the Vignes de l’Hospice, planted on a very steep granite hillside—a site already identified by the monks of the Hospice de Tournon—with a geological formation similar to that of the famous Bessards hill in Hermitage.
Gault & Millau Wine Guide

Guide des Vins Gault & Millau

5-Star Rated Estate (Outstanding Production)

About the estate:

An iconic figure of the northern Rhône, Marcel Guigal is both a major wine merchant and a prominent winegrower. In the latter capacity, he cultivates famous vineyards in Côte Rôtie, such as La Mouline, La Turque, and La Landonne, not to mention La Doriane in Condrieu. A tireless worker with an insatiable intellectual curiosity, he succeeded his father, Etienne. Philippe Guigal, an oenologist representing the third generation, continues the family legacy alongside his father, maintaining this dual focus on estate winemaking and wine trading. Winemaking for the northern appellations takes place entirely in Ampuis.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2018 guide) 91/100 (Excellent wine)

Rated ***** (Exceptional)

About the wine:

One-third of the 2017 Condrieu is aged in new oak; the rest is aged in stainless steel. The wine remains very floral and fresh, with flavors of apricot and melon, combined with notes of white pepper and celery seed. Rich, full-bodied, and succulent, it finishes with a slightly bitter note that lends finesse and length to the finish. Drink it young.

About the estate:

 
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2020 guide) 15/20 (Good wine)

Rated Estate (2024 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the wine:

A description that truly captures Viognier in all its facets. The oak adds a touch of sweetness. On the palate, it reflects the style of the vintage—slightly rich and creamy, with low acidity.

About the estate:

The most iconic winery in the northern Rhône Valley needs no introduction. Under this umbrella, we bring together the wines from our own vineyards, which we thus distinguish from our wine merchant operations. This includes the famous trio from the “ Côte-Rôtie ”: La Mouline, La Turque, and La Landonne; the first two are brand names, while the last is a registered terroir. Added to these are the Château d’Ampuis cuvée and the Condrieu La Doriane. In addition to these star wines, there is the Vignes de l’Hospice cuvée—a Saint-Joseph situated on a magnificent terroir—as well as several premier plots in Hermitage from which the Ex-Voto cuvée is produced. Marcel Guigal is strongly supported by his son Philippe, who seems to be gently shifting the style of the wines, with aging practices that strike us as slightly less dominant. Needless to say, all these wines are built for long-term aging.
Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

Rated "Recommended"

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Review by Mr. CHRISTOPHE D. Published on August 15, 2020

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