La Landonne E. Guigal Côte Rotie, 1993

La Landonne from E. Guigal is one of the most respected single-vineyard wines of Côte-Rôtie, and the 1993 vintage offers a rare chance to explore a mature expression of pure Syrah from one of the Rhône’s great names. Known for its depth, structure, and longevity, it sits among the benchmark wines of northern Rhône and has earned a place in the region’s modern history.

Tasting Notes
With age, La Landonne typically shows a deep garnet to brick-toned colour and remarkable concentration for a mature wine. The nose often opens with black olive, smoked meat, leather, pepper, dried plum, and earthy notes, layered with hints of violets and garrigue. On the palate, it is usually full-bodied and firmly structured, combining dark fruit, savoury spice, and mineral intensity with the classic Syrah grip that has helped these wines age so gracefully. A 1993 vintage is expected to be fully mature now, yet still capable of showing surprising freshness and complexity if well stored. The best bottles continue to evolve beautifully, revealing more tertiary notes of truffle, tobacco, and game while retaining the hallmark Côte-Rôtie balance between power and finesse.

Production
La Landonne comes from a steep, south-facing single vineyard in Côte-Rôtie, where schistous soils help produce intensely concentrated Syrah with a distinctly smoky, mineral profile. The terraced slopes require careful vineyard work, and harvest is typically done by hand due to the extreme terrain. E. Guigal is known for meticulous vinification and long élevage in oak, techniques that contribute to the wine’s depth, polish, and extraordinary aging potential.

Food & Serving
This is a wine for rich, flavourful dishes such as roast lamb, braised beef, game, venison, or aged hard cheeses. Serve at around 16-18°C, and decanting is recommended if the bottle is showing well, though very old bottles should be handled carefully and tasted before extended aeration.

Producer
Maison E. Guigal was founded in 1946 in Ampuis and has become one of the most influential producers in the Rhône Valley. The Guigal family helped bring worldwide recognition to the great single-vineyard wines of Côte-Rôtie, especially La Mouline, La Turque, and La Landonne. Their reputation for consistency, age-worthy wines, and uncompromising quality has made them a reference point for northern Rhône Syrah.

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