Rhone Valley
Guigal - Crozes-Hermitage - Rouge - 2021
Characteristics
Country / Region: Rhône Valley
Vintage: 2021
Name: AOP Crozes-Hermitage
Grape variety: 100% Syrah
Alcohol: 13 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
House rated 1 star in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2024 (RVF)
5-star rating in the Guide Bettane + Desseauve 2024
Wine:
The 2021 Red Crozes-Hermitage is one of Guigal's standout cuvées. In this classic vintage, it offers depth and a lovely definition of fruit with notes of pepper and violet. A highly characteristic northern Syrah with a hint of graphite, it is immediately accessible. Enjoy it now with a slow-cooked meat dish.Vinification:
Hand-harvested, 35-year-old vines, traditional 21-day vinification in temperature-controlled vats, aged 24 months in oak barrels.Color:
Bright, intense red.Nose:
Beautiful black fruit aromas punctuated by notes of pepper and violet.Palate:
Precise and deep, with beautifully ripe fruit, this cuvée offers immediate pleasure, with a pleasant hint of graphite.
Temperature:
Serve between 16 and 18°C.Food and wine pairing:
Grilled and stewed red meats, game, cheeses, Saint-Marcellin.Cellar aging:
From now until 2030, and even longer for enthusiasts.
A fantastic viticultural success paired with a remarkable human adventure, Maison Guigal has reached the pinnacle of excellence. Its unparalleled vineyard holdings enable it to achieve the perfect balance: producing large volumes with unwavering quality and consistency.
Whether in its single-vineyard cuvées or lieux-dits, the level of craftsmanship remains exceptionally high, with meticulous attention to every detail. Today, Guigal stands among the greatest and most respected talents in the Rhône. It is a reliable and unmatched value!