{"title":"Guigal Estate","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"guigal-cote-rotie-la-turque-2018","title":"Guigal Cote Rotie La Turque 2018","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCote Rotie La Turque is a red wine from the Rhône Valley, representing the Côte Rôtie. This \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Syrah and Viognier\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a deep ruby red colour with dark highlights. The aromatic profile is intense, characterised by notes of \u003cstrong\u003esmall red fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e, blackberry and morello cherry, enriched with spicy hints. On the palate, it offers a soft entry and a \u003cstrong\u003esupple and balanced structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfectly combining power, concentration and well-integrated tannins. It pairs ideally with sauced meats, game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine originates in Ampuis, in the heart of Côte Rôtie, where Guigal tends vines around twenty-five years old. The roots delve into \u003cstrong\u003esiliceous limestone and schist soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give rise to clay soils rich in iron oxide. This geological composition, combined with low yields, imparts an intense aromatic concentration. The characteristics of the terroir translate into a \u003cstrong\u003efine tannic structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the wine a distinct \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial expressiveness\u003c\/strong\u003e and excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification takes place in stainless steel at a controlled temperature, using an \u003cstrong\u003eautomated punching-down system\u003c\/strong\u003e for optimal extraction. Fermentation and maceration last about four weeks, stabilising colour and tannins. The wine then matures for forty-two months in \u003cstrong\u003enew barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, a lengthy ageing process that consolidates its structure and melds the spicy notes into a harmonious profile. To appreciate every aromatic nuance, it is recommended to \u003cstrong\u003edecant for one hour\u003c\/strong\u003e before serving, at a temperature between sixteen and eighteen degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from the heart of the Rhône Valley, the legendary Guigal Côte Rôtie La Turque 2018 represents the sublime expression of Domaine E. Guigal. This masterpiece, produced in Ampuis, masterfully combines the power of Syrah with the elegance of Viognier. The vines sink their roots into \u003cstrong\u003esiliceous limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e and iron-rich clays, giving the wine a perfect territorial balance. The meticulous ageing of \u003cstrong\u003e42 months in new oak\u003c\/strong\u003e forges elegant tannins, ensuring this label receives \u003cstrong\u003etop scores\u003c\/strong\u003e from the world’s most prestigious wine guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Guigal Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44514895986859,"sku":"50637","price":444.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/guigal-cote-rotie-la-turque-2018_50637_1_1718bbb5-a4ee-4d37-a07f-7b9737d9fea7.webp?v=1773728233"}],"url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/collections\/guigal-estate.oembed","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}