Description
Wine Name: Guigal Hermitage
Vintage: 2019
Appellation: Hermitage AOC, Northern Rhône, France
Grape Variety: 100% Syrah
Alcohol Content: 15% ABV
Soil Type: Limestone clay, silt, and sandy gravel
Average Vine Age: 30 years
Yield: 35 hl/ha
Vinification: Temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation with a 4-week maceration in vats
Maturation: Aged 36 months in oak barrels, 50% new
Tasting Note:
The 2019 Hermitage Red from the Northern Rhône is a commanding yet refined expression of Syrah, showcasing the intensity and elegance that define this historic appellation. Deep ruby in hue with violet reflections, it opens with a seductive bouquet of crushed red berries, exotic spices, and finely integrated oak. On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured, revealing layers of blackcurrant, licorice, and vanilla framed by firm, elegant tannins. A lengthy, spicy finish hints at its ageing in fine oak, underscoring its depth and complexity. This is a racy, seductive wine built for the cellar, with a decade of ageing potential ahead. Ideal with red meats, small game, and mature cheeses, it is best served at 16–18°C to fully express its character. A true benchmark of craftsmanship from the Guigal family, this Hermitage is a testament to meticulous blending, low yields, and patient barrel maturation.
