Three Generations, One Vision: The Guigal Family's Côte-Rôtie Legacy
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The Guigal family's Côte-Rôtie wines remain at the pinnacle of Northern Rhône winemaking, with their iconic "La La" series leading the charge in quality and prestige. Owning a significant 10% of Côte-Rôtie's vineyards, the family maintains a large influence throughout the Rhône Valley.
The cornerstone of Guigal's renown lies in their trio of exceptional vineyard-specific wines: La Mouline, La Turque, and La Landonne. Often referred to collectively as the "La Las," these rarities are crafted in minuscule amounts, with production ranging from 400 to 800 cases per label, and have received more 100 point scores from Robert Parker than any other Rhône Valley wines.
Beyond the "La La" wines, Guigal's portfolio includes the Brune et Blonde, a classic expression of the appellation. Another more well known label, the Cote-Rotie "Chateau d'Ampuis" is hailed as possibly the best value Côte-Rôtie today, providing complexity and aging potential without the premium price tag.
Côte-Rôtie wines remain the flagship of Guigal's production with collectors eagerly anticipating each new vintage, knowing that these wines offer not just a taste of the Northern Rhône but a glimpse into winemaking excellence that has helped shape the region's reputation on the global stage.
These labels show no signs of relinquishing their position at the forefront of fine wine production. As each vintage is released, it becomes clear that the Guigal family's commitment to quality and tradition continues to set the standard for Côte-Rôtie and Northern Rhône wines as a whole.
E. Guigal Cote-Rotie Brune et Blonde
This classic wine of the estate and of the appellation is an archetypal expression of the finesse and elegance of the wines of Côte-Rôtie.
E. Guigal Cote-Rotie "Chateau d'Ampuis"
Produced from seven of the most exceptional plots of the domain, Château d’Ampuis is a classy wine with toasty aromas of black fruit. Its tannic structure and elegance contribute to its ageing potential.
E. Guigal Cote-Rotie " La La La" Trio