{"product_id":"2019-e-guigal-cote-rotie-la-mouline","title":"2019 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Mouline","description":"\u003cp\u003e2019 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Mouline is one of the Rhône Valley’s true icons – a sensual, deeply complex red from one of the most coveted single vineyards in Côte-Rôtie. Sitting at the heart of the famed Côte Blonde, La Mouline is the most seductive and aromatic of Guigal’s legendary ‘La La’ trio. With minuscule production from very old vines, this is a wine that serious collectors and Syrah lovers seek out worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2019 La Mouline is dense, deep ruby with a violet hue at the rim, hinting at both concentration and freshness. The nose is intensely perfumed and layered: dark cherries, blackberries and crème de cassis interlace with floral notes of violets and rose petals, lifted by the presence of Viognier. Underneath lie complex shades of espresso, dark chocolate, black olives, toasted rye bread, smoked bacon, and subtle sweet spice from fine French oak.\n\nOn the palate, this is a velvety, almost hedonistic expression of Côte-Rôtie – silken in texture yet remarkably precise. Ripe black and blue fruits are framed by refined tannins and vibrant acidity, giving both richness and tension. The wine shows its hallmark feminine elegance, especially when compared to the more muscular La Landonne and La Turque, yet there is no lack of depth or power. Espresso, licorice, tapenade and savory herbal notes unfurl with air, leading into a very long, finely etched finish. Still youthful and primary, the 2019 will benefit from several more years of cellaring; peak drinking is likely from around 2027\/2028 and for two to three decades beyond, under proper storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLa Mouline comes from a steep, terraced single vineyard in the heart of Côte Blonde, where the lighter, more limestone- and silica-influenced soils over schist give naturally fragrant, elegant Syrah. The vines average an impressive 75 years of age, resulting in very low yields and exceptional concentration. The blend is 89% Syrah and 11% Viognier, co-planted and typically co-fermented, which amplifies aromatic lift and silkiness. Grapes are carefully harvested by hand on the precipitous slopes, then sorted with great precision in the cellar. Fermentation is traditional but meticulous, followed by an extended élevage in French oak barriques (a significant portion new), where the wine gains its fine-grained texture, polish, and complexity without losing its sense of place. Guigal’s philosophy is essentially hands-off once pristine fruit is in the cellar, letting the vineyard character shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a gastronomic wine that deserves equally refined cuisine. Think roasted or grilled lamb with herbs, dry-aged ribeye, slow-braised beef cheeks, pigeon or duck with dark berry jus, or game dishes with truffle or wild mushrooms. Its savory olive and spice notes also work beautifully with dishes featuring tapenade, roasted root vegetables, or Mediterranean herbs. Serve at 16–18°C (about 60–64°F). In its youth, La Mouline benefits greatly from 2–3 hours in a decanter to open its bouquet and soften the structure; mature bottles (15+ years) should be decanted more gently, primarily to remove any sediment, about 30–60 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Guigal family is synonymous with the modern history of Côte-Rôtie and the Northern Rhône. Founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal in Ampuis, at the heart of the Côte-Rôtie appellation, the estate quickly gained a reputation for meticulous vineyard work and uncompromising quality. Etienne’s son Marcel, who joined in 1961, propelled Guigal to international fame, pioneering the concept of single-vineyard Côte-Rôtie with the now-legendary La Mouline, La Landonne and La Turque. Today, the third generation, Philippe Guigal, oversees winemaking, continuing the family’s commitment to organic practices in the vineyards, low yields, and minimal intervention in the cellar. Guigal is widely regarded as the benchmark producer of Côte-Rôtie and one of the most influential names in the Rhône Valley, with flagship wines like Côte-Rôtie Château d’Ampuis, Condrieu La Doriane and Hermitage Ex Voto standing alongside the ‘La La’ wines as some of the region’s greatest achievements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guigal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255183266129,"sku":"GCW-GUIG-19332","price":475.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/cote-rotie-la-mouline-00-rg_1.png?v=1783457027","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2019-e-guigal-cote-rotie-la-mouline","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}