E. Guigal - Côtes du Rhône rouge 2023
89-91/100
Jeb Dunnuck
"The winery's signature wine, it stands out for its premium quality across all vintages."
“Composed of 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, and 10% Mourvèdre, the 2023 Côtes du Rhône reveals lovely notes of blackberries, red berries, peppery herbs, and violets. Medium-bodied and supple on the palate, it offers a round, charming texture and a lovely balance. Aged partly in large oak casks, this easy-drinking wine will shine over the next 5 to 7 years.” (Jeb Dunnuck 2025)
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Eye
A deep, rich, and brilliant dark red color
Nose
Dark fruits with hints of spice
Palate
A full-bodied, rich, and refined wine with rounded tannins that are well-integrated yet noticeable on the palate; full-bodied, warm, and intensely aromatic; a well-rounded wine with good length, elegance, and finesse resulting from a beautiful balance between tannins and fruit
Serve
At 16-18°C
Drink before
2031
Food and Wine Pairings
Pairs well with cold cuts, meats, game, cheeses, and everyday meals...
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 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 they still maintain their extensive 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.
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 first 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:
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
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 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 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 business. 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 exceptional 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 that strikes us as slightly less dominant. Needless to say, all these wines are built for long-term aging.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2025 guide) 89-91/100
Rated "Recommended"
About the wine:
Composed of 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, and 10% Mourvèdre, the 2023 Côtes du Rhône reveals lovely notes of blackberries, red berries, peppery herbs, and violets. Medium-bodied and supple on the palate, it has a round, charming texture and a lovely balance. Aged partly in large oak casks, this easy-drinking wine will shine over the next 5 to 7 years.
Customer Rating
4.4/5
based on 5 reviews
Review and comment by Mr. GILLES D. Published on September 11, 2026
Well-structured and harmonious, with a full-bodied, smooth, and silky texture that highlights its freshness, aromatic intensity, and complexity. This reliable choice, offering remarkable value for the price, will pair beautifully with a fine cut of red meat or a platter of regional charcuterie. Rating = 4.2.
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Review by Mr. GUY K. Published on September 10, 2026
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Review by Mr. JEAN-PIERRE B. Published on July 28, 2026
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Review and comment by Mr. FREDERIC V. Posted on May 21, 2026
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Review by Mr. LUDOVIC B. Published on April 10, 2026
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