E. Guigal - Côte-Rôtie La Mouline 2021
18/20
Jancis Robinson
93-95/100
Jeb Dunnuck
93-95/100
Vinous
93/100
Decanter
"Only a few bottles for this prestigious and exceptional vintage."
"Leading the three wines from unique vineyards, the 2021 Côte Rôtie La Mouline has a deeper ruby/purple color and Burgundian aromas of black raspberry, graphite, camphor, and flowers. It is medium- to full-bodied, with a pure and incredibly elegant palate, beautiful tannins, and a lovely finish. (Jeb Dunnuck 2024). • Delivery in a single wooden case for all orders of this wine (excluding Point Relais delivery method).
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Eye
Ruby red color with vermilion red highlights
Nose
Small red berries, blackberry, and floral aromas of violet, powerful yet refined aromatic intensity
Mouth
A supple and harmonious attack between the finesse of the aromas and the explosive richness due to the concentration of this wine, voluptuous and silky texture, intensely aromatic.
Serve
Decant at 16-18°C
Drink before
2046
Food and wine pairings
Exceptional wine calls for exceptional food: small game birds, woodcock...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2023 guide) 5 stars (Exceptional producers, representing the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and worldwide)
About the estate:
Marcel and Philippe Guigal jointly run the successful family business, which since 2017 has expanded significantly in the south, in Châteauneuf-du-Pape (77 hectares of land), supplemented in spring 2022 by the 100 hectares of Château d'Aquéria. And still the rich parcels in Côte Rôtie, Condrieu, Saint-Joseph, and Hermitage. Wine lovers can taste some of the greatest vintages in the valley, not to mention the brilliant Côtes-du-Rhône, in all three colors, and Tavel, Philippe's favorite wine.
Decanter
Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100
About wine:
Attractive red fruit on the nose, fragrant and delicate. Slightly full-bodied, it has aged remarkably well in wood. It is only very delicately tannic. The acidity is also low; it is a light wine in terms of concentration and is already drinkable. A small vintage from La Mouline, not very long. From the Côte Blonde vineyard. Sample tasted at the beginning of its 40 months in new French oak barrels.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2023 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
In addition to its "treasures" in Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, and Condrieu, Guigal owns two beautiful plots in Saint-Joseph: the "Saint-Joseph" locality, which gave its name to the appellation, and the Vignes de l'Hospice, planted on a very steep granite hillside, already identified by the monks of the Hospice de Tournon and with a geological formation similar to the famous Bessards hill in Hermitage.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
5-star rated estate (Outstanding production)
About the estate:
An iconic figure in the northern Rhône, Marcel Guigal is both a major wine merchant and a large landowner. In the latter capacity, he cultivates famous Côte Rôtie vineyards 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 work alongside his father, still maintaining this duality of property and trade. The vinification of the northern appellations all takes place in Ampuis.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated ***** (Exceptional)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2024 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
The most iconic winery in the northern Rhône Valley needs no introduction. Under this entity, we bring together wines from our own vineyards, which we separate from our wine trading activities. This includes the famous trio from Côte-Rôtie: La Mouline, La Turque, and La Landonne, the first two being brands and the last 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 located on a magnificent terroir, as well as a few large plots in Hermitage from which the Ex-Voto cuvée is produced. Marcel Guigal is ably supported by his son Philippe, who seems to be gently changing the style of the wines, with a slightly less dominant approach to aging. Needless to say, all these wines are made for long-term aging.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2022 guide) 18/20
About wine:
Expressive, floral nose—wild rose, violet, perfume, and licorice. The palate is tight but charming. The tannins are fluid, delicate, and lovely. Creamy and flavorful on the palate with toasted notes. A salty note on the finish. A delicate, refined, and elegant La Mouline.
Vinous
Wine rated (2023 guide) 93-95/100
About wine:
The medium-bodied Côte-Rôtie La Mouline 2021 presents aromas of orange blossom, rose petals, violet, and mocha, combined with ripe red fruit. Hints of blackberry add an extra layer. Although it lacks the concentration and depth of the two previous vintages, the 2021 La Mouline promises to be a remarkably refined version of this cuvée. It finishes with a lingering, flavorful finish.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2024 guide) 93-95/100
Rated Recommended
About wine:
Leading the three wines from single vineyards, the 2021 Côte Rôtie La Mouline has a deeper ruby/purple color and Burgundian aromas of black raspberry, graphite, camphor, and flowers. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied, with a pure and incredibly elegant palate, beautiful tannins, and a lovely finish.
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