E. Guigal, Ermitage Ex-Voto 2022 White

E. Guigal’s Ermitage Ex-Voto Blanc 2022 is an exceptional Northern Rhône white wine, made to express the depth and individuality of the Hermitage terroir. Powerful, creamy and intensely aromatic, it combines white-flower and honeyed notes with the richness imparted by extended ageing in new oak. The wine reflects Guigal’s long-standing commitment to producing some of the Rhône Valley’s most distinguished cuvées.

Tasting Notes
The wine presents a luminous golden colour. Its expressive nose is full and powerful, layered with white flowers, honey and a subtle sense of ripe fruit. On the palate, it is rich, creamy and concentrated, with remarkable intensity and a clear mineral character that allows the terroir to shine through. Oak is seamlessly integrated, adding texture and depth rather than overshadowing the wine’s natural personality. This is a serious white Rhône with the structure and concentration to develop beautifully in bottle. While already compelling in its youth, careful cellaring should allow its floral and honeyed aromas to evolve towards more complex notes of toasted nuts, spice and preserved fruit over the coming years.

Production
The wine comes from the prestigious Hermitage appellation in the Northern Rhône, where steep granite slopes and a distinctive, sun-exposed microclimate create richly textured and long-lived white wines. Guigal vinifies the wine entirely in new oak barrels, including full malolactic fermentation, before ageing it for 30 months in new oak. This patient élevage contributes to its creamy texture, depth and impressive concentration.

Food & Serving
A natural partner for premium seafood, including shellfish and sea snails, it also pairs beautifully with white meat, poultry and richly flavoured fish dishes. Serve lightly chilled at approximately 12–14°C to allow its aromatic complexity and texture to emerge. Decanting is not essential, but a brief decant of 30–60 minutes can help open the wine and integrate its oak, particularly when enjoyed in its youth.

Producer
Founded by Étienne Guigal in 1946 in the heart of Côte-Rôtie, E. Guigal has grown into one of the Rhône Valley’s most influential and respected wine houses. Now led by the third generation of the family, the domaine combines traditional Rhône expertise with a constant pursuit of technical excellence. Guigal’s acquisition of Château de Nalys in Châteauneuf-du-Pape in 2017 strengthened its presence in the Southern Rhône, while its own cooperage, established in 2003 at Château d’Ampuis, reflects the family’s dedication to mastering every aspect of production.

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