E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Mouline 2017
E. Guigal
E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Mouline 2017 is an iconic Northern Rhône masterpiece, combining steep terraced Syrah with a touch of Viognier to achieve exotic aromatics and velvety texture.
Tasting Notes
Ripe blackberry, smoked bacon fat, violets, white pepper, and toasted oak
Luxuriously smooth, multi-dimensional texture with seamless tannins and deep concentration
Vibrant, spicy, and hauntingly persistent
Characteristics
The Story Behind This Wine
The 2017 vintage of E. Guigal's legendary La Mouline represents the pinnacle of winemaking artistry in the Northern Rhône Valley. Sourced from the precipitous, south-facing limestone and schist terraces of the Côte Blonde, the Syrah grapes are co-fermented with a small percentage of Viognier, a traditional practice that enhances aromatic lift and softens the natural tannins of the varietal. Following an extended maturation period of roughly 40 months in 100% new French oak casks, La Mouline emerges as a wine of extraordinary perfume and silken texture. Its limited production and cult following ensure that allocations are fiercely contested among global collectors, translating into exceptional performance on the secondary market. The 2017 vintage displays striking balance and energy, promising decades of graceful evolution. Incorporating La Mouline 2017 into a fine wine portfolio adds premier Northern Rhône representation alongside classic Bordeaux and Burgundy holdings. Its peerless reputation and unmistakable sensory fingerprint guarantee long-term asset desirability.
Historical Background
Founded in 1946 by Étienne Guigal in Ampuis, the estate achieved legendary status through its groundbreaking 'La La' single-vineyard bottlings: La Mouline, La Turque, and La Landonne.
