E. Guigal : Vignes de l'Hospice 2020

A fine and intense red wine from Saint Joseph

The estate

The E. Guigal Estate was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal, in Ampuis. His son, Marcel, took over in 1961. Today, the 3rd generation continues the legacy and values of this iconic family house in the Rhône Valley.

Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, the E. Guigal estate oversees a mosaic of vineyards located in numerous appellations that form a range of wines of impeccable quality.

Over the vintages, the E. Guigal house has experienced strong growth, notably becoming the owner in 1995 of the famous Château d’Ampuis, as well as several wine estates in the Rhône Valley (Jean-Louis Grippat, Domaine de Vallouit, Domaine de Bonserine or even Château de Nalys, in Châteauneuf-du-Pape).

The vineyard

A great reference among the wines of the Rhône Valley, Vignes de l'Hospice by E. Guigal is a cuvée from iconic vineyards aged between 20 and 80 years, planted on a granitic slope.

Vinification and aging

Control of alcoholic fermentations and temperatures up to 33°C. This Saint-Joseph wine benefits from aging in new oak barrels for 30 months.

Blend

Syrah (100%)

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Lieu-dit Saint-Joseph - Vignes de l’Hospice 2020 by E. Guigal

Tasting

Color
The color is of an elegant dark red shade.

Nose
Powerful, the aromatic bouquet exhales intense notes of black fruits mixed with delicate aromas of new wood.

Palate
With a powerful attack, the palate offers great finesse in the expression of its tannins.

Service

For optimal tasting, serve between 16°C and 18°C.

Storage

This red wine can be kept in cellars until around 2030.

Food and wine pairings

This wine from the Rhône Valley pairs perfectly with red meats, game but also cheeses.