Château d'Ampuis - Côte-Rôtie - Rouge - 2018

Wine:

After 38 months of aging in new barrels, the 2018 Red Château d'Ampuis Côte Rôtie displays beautiful aromas of black fruits, spices, and smoke that are perfectly complemented by the wine's concentration and sap. The power does not hinder the finesse, the smoothness of the tannins, or the sumptuous elegant finish. No overkill, just the perfect conjunction between strength and voluptuousness, concentration, and silkiness. Another success for this cult wine of the House, which will age for many years, noted 95+/100 Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, vatting time of 4 weeks, vinification in stainless steel tanks, temperature control, ageing for 38 months in new oak barrels.

Color:

Dark red of beautiful intensity with purple reflections.

Nose:

Aromas of black fruits, blackberries, underlined by spicy notes.

Palate:

Powerful and silky, this wine of pure concentration delivers a delicate juice of great elegance.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Game, pheasant, noble pieces of beef grilled with truffles, black pudding and grilled eggplant.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035, and even more for enthusiasts.

Created in 1946 in Ampuis, the Maison Guigal is undoubtedly the most fantastic French wine success story. Among its elite productions, the Côte Rôtie of Château d'Ampuis is one of the world’s most renowned wines. Rarely is it possible to see such power, delicacy and complexity combined in one bottle. A remarkable signature from this elite winemaking House. Discover it at once on this beautiful vintage. 

The Château d’Ampuis rivals the very best bottles of the Côte Rôtie appellation, at the level of the more famous Landonne, Mouline and Turque wines. This wine comes from 7 exceptional terroirs, on the two mythical Côtes Brune et Blonde, from vines that are at least 50 years old.