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 of this prestigious and exceptional vintage"
“Leading the trio of wines from single vineyards, the 2021 Côte Rôtie La Mouline displays 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). • Delivered in a single wooden case for all orders of this wine (excluding Pickup Point delivery method)
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Eye
Ruby red color with vermilion highlights
Nose
Red berries, blackberries, and floral notes of violet; a powerful yet refined aroma
Palate
A smooth, harmonious attack that balances delicate aromas with the explosive richness derived from the wine’s concentration; a voluptuous, silky texture; intensely aromatic
Serve
Decant at 16-18°C
Drink before
2046
Food and wine pairings
An exceptional wine calls for exceptional food: small game birds, woodcock...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2023 guide) 5*Stars (Exceptional producers, those who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the estate:
Marcel and Philippe Guigal jointly run 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 rich portfolio of vineyards in Côte Rôtie, Condrieu, Saint-Joseph, and Hermitage. Wine lovers can sample some of the valley’s greatest vintages, not to mention the brilliant Côtes-du-Rhône in all three red, white, and rosé varieties, and Tavel, Philippe’s favorite wine.
Decanter
Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
Attractive red fruit on the nose, fragrant and delicate. Slightly full-bodied, it has aged remarkably well in oak. It is only very gently tannic. The acidity is low as well; this is a wine with light body, already ready to drink. A modest vintage from La Mouline, not very long-lasting. From the Côte Blonde vineyard. Sample tasted at the start 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, the Guigal estate owns two fine vineyards in Saint-Joseph: the locality known as “Saint-Joseph,” 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 featuring a geological formation similar to that of the famous Bessards hill in Hermitage.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
5-Star Rated Estate (Outstanding Production)
About the estate:
A leading figure in 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 and representative of the third generation, continues the family legacy alongside his father, maintaining this dual focus on estate-owned vineyards and wine trading. The winemaking for the northern appellations all takes place in Ampuis.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
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 exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, 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 label, we bring together wines from our own vineyards, which we thus distinguish from our wine merchant operations. This includes the famous Côte-Rôtie trio: 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 prime plots in Hermitage from which the Ex-Voto cuvée is produced. Marcel Guigal is firmly supported by his son Philippe, who seems to be gently shifting the style of the wines, with aging that strikes us as slightly less dominant. Needless to say, all these wines are built for long-term aging.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2022 guide) 18/20
About the wine:
An expressive, floral nose—wild rose, violet, perfume, and licorice. The palate is tight yet charming. The tannins are smooth, delicate, and lovely. A creamy, flavorful palate with toasty notes. A salty note on the finish. A delicate, refined, and elegant La Mouline.
Vinous
Wine rated (2023 guide) 93-95/100
About the wine:
The 2021 Côte-Rôtie La Mouline, a medium-bodied wine, offers aromas of orange blossom, rose petals, violets, and mocha, combined with ripe red fruit. Hints of blackberry add another layer of complexity. Although it lacks the concentration and depth of the two previous vintages, the 2021 La Mouline promises to be a remarkably refined expression of this cuvée. It finishes with a lingering, savory aftertaste.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2024 guide) 93-95/100
Rated: Recommended
About the wine:
Leading the trio of wines from single-vineyard plots, the 2021 Côte Rôtie La Mouline boasts a deeper ruby-purple hue 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.
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