Guigal - Saint-Joseph - Lieu-Dit - White - 2023

Wine:

The 2023 White Lieu-Dit Saint-Joseph is the very essence of the appellation, sourced from its finest terroirs. This wine is a true expression of consistency, balance, and freshness, with creamy texture, floral notes, and a subtle touch of oak that complements the fruit. It shows great potential and will benefit from further aging—at least two years. Rated 93/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Harvested by hand. Steep vines, on average between 20 and 75 years old. Controlled alcoholic fermentation and temperatures around 17°C. Vinification and ageing in new oak barrels (2/3) and one-wine barrels (1/3).

Color:

Intense, brilliant gold.

Nose:

Floral aromas accompanied by woody, toasty notes.

Palate:

With great depth and ripe fruit flavors, this cuvée offers a creamy, rich, and fresh texture, with a clear but balanced presence of oak, showing excellent aging potential.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Veal carpaccio, pan-fried scorpion fish fillets, mature cheeses.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030, and beyond for enthusiasts.

A fantastic winemaking achievement paired with a remarkable human journey, Maison Guigal has reached the pinnacle of success. Its unmatched vineyard holdings allow the estate to achieve the perfect balance: producing in large volumes while maintaining an unwavering standard of quality and consistency.

Whether with its single-vineyard cuvées or its lieux-dits, the level of excellence remains exceptional, with meticulous attention to every detail. All of the wines here shine with admirable consistency, a true reflection of the estate's dedication to its terroirs.