2020 E. Guigal Ermitage Ex-Voto Blanc
| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (14.5%) |
| Drink window | 2024 - 2044 |
Description
Ermitage Ex-Voto represents the fulfillment of Marcel Guigal’s long-held dream to own vineyards on the hillside of Hermitage. Through the purchase of the de Vallouit and JL Grippat estates in 2000, Guigal acquired four exceptional parcels of vineyards on this legendary site. The 2001 vintage was the first release of this estate-bottled Hermitage red and white wine. The quality of the intense old vine fruit is quite special, but given the Guigals’ already strong work at Hermitage, they decided to only release an Ex-Voto red or white wine if the wine is absolutely exceptional and clearly superior to their appellation bottlings.
This white Hermitage is made from 90% Marsanne and 10% Roussanne. This is a true expression of finesse and complexity from the famous Hermitage appellation in the Rhône Valley. Remontage in stainless steel tanks with thermocontrol. Alcoholic fermentation/skin maceration for 4 weeks. Unique maturation period of 40 months in new barrels.
The Ex Voto Blanc has aromas of toasted grain, grilled pineapple and ripe pear. It is medium to full bodied, pleasantly generous and expansive on the palate, with an exceptionally long and structured finish.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhone |
| Appellation | Hermitage |
| Icons | Icon France |
| Winery | Guigal |
| Grape | Marsanne, Roussane |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2044 |
| Alcohol % | 14.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 96 |
| Vinous rating | 96 |
Wijnhuis
Maison E. Guigal is a winery with a great reputation. The company was founded in 1946 and is now three generations old. Founder Etienne Guigal strongly determined the current identity of this producer. Before setting up his own winery he collected his first experiences with the producer Vidal-Fleury. Marcel Guigal and his son Philippe are now in charge of the company. The latter is responsible for winemaking and thus follows in the footsteps of his grandfather, who experienced no fewer than 67 vintages.
Guigal is located in Ampuis, just 38 km south of Lyon. Here it has 60 hectares of land in the Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, Châteauneuf du Pape, Tavel and Gigondas appellations. The Guigals are now also the owners of Domaine de Bonserine and Vidal Fleury. Since 1995, Guigal has managed the company from the famous Château d'Ampuis. This castle dates from the 12th century and was rebuilt in the Renaissance style in the 16th century.
The wine magazine Decanter named Marcel Guigal in 2006 "Man of the year." Renowned wine guide Guide Hachette takes it one step further and calls Guigal "the best winemaker in the world." Robert Parker also has deep respect for Guigal. The top wines of this producer regularly receive the highest score of 100 points. The 'La La' wines are special. These come from the 3 top locations 'La Turque', 'La Landonne', and 'La Moulin'.
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