E. Guigal 2009 Brune et Blonde (Côte Rôtie)

Country: France / Brune et Blonde
Variety: Syrah Rhône Valley
Winery: E. Guigal / Côte Rôtie

Guigal’s 2009 entry-level Côte Rôtie comes across as a bit austere. Cool scents of crushed stone and black olive mark the nose, while the palate is firm and tight, only slowly giving up hints of espresso. Drink 2018–2024.