COTE ROTIE LA TURQUE 750 ml

Discover the 2019 COTE ROTIE LA TURQUE from E. Guigal, a standout expression from the La Turque vineyard in Côte-Rôtie, nestled within France's Rhône Valley. This red wine draws its character from primarily Syrah grapes, touched with Viognier, embodying the site's unique power and finesse in every bottle.

Its deep ruby red hue, laced with dark, concentrated tints, signals intensity right from the pour. Swirl and inhale: layers unfold with vibrant small red fruits, ripe blackberry, and tart morello cherry, woven through savory edges and subtle mineral whispers that evoke the rugged slopes.

On the tongue, it reveals a velvety suppleness and poised balance. Concentrated cassis leads into richer dark fruits, kept lively by bright freshness. Depth builds in the mid-palate, framed by tannins that polish rather than overpower, inviting slow sips.

Full in presence but light on its feet, the wine carries a graceful weightlessness. Echoes linger in a drawn-out finish—harmonious, chewy, revisiting those mineral threads alongside delicate floral lifts.

Critics have showered praise on this vintage. Jeb Dunnuck awards 98-100 points, highlighting its savory, mineral-driven lift around a pure cassis heart. Wine Advocate matches with 98-100, praising the fluid integration of grilled cherries, espresso accents, and faint black truffle. Vinous scores 96-98, captivated by cherry and blackberry kissed with exotic spices and fresh cracked pepper.

At 13.50% ABV in a classic 750 ml bottle, this dry Rhône red promises graceful evolution ahead, ready to reward patient cellars over the coming two decades. Whether elevating a quiet dinner or anchoring a collection, COTE ROTIE LA TURQUE delivers Rhône Valley mastery—intense yet refined, a true vineyard signature worth savoring now or later.