2014 Guigal Cote Rotie la Landonne

Syrah - 750ML
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JD 97 WS 97 JS 96 JL 95 WA 95
JD 97

jebdunnuck.com, December 2018

Last of the single vineyard Côte Rôties, the La Landonne comes from a lieu-dit on the Côte Brune side of the appellation (as does the La Turque) and is 100% Syrah. It too spends four years in new French oak. The 2014 Côte...
WS 97

Wine Spectator, November 2018

Intense, with charcoal and warm cast iron notes running through the dense core of dark fig and plum paste flavors. The edges show a singed apple wood note, with bittersweet cocoa powder details. Muscular, dense and...
JS 96

jamessuckling.com, August 2018

Super-intense, dark-stone and mineral aromas here. Coal smoke, graphite and some distinctive, sappy, herbal accents. Blackberries are swathed in black and green pepper, mocha and coffee. Cloves and other woody spices are...
JL 95

TheWineCellarInsider.com, August 2023

Deep, dark, concentrated, firm, tannic, and youthful, there is ample fruit and complex aromatics going in here, but the palate and finish are on the stern side, with some dryness in the dark red berry and leafy finish...
WA 95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, November 2018

95+ While the 2014 Cote Rotie La Landonne looked like the pick of the litter from barrel, now that it's in bottle, it's closed down a bit and is showing more of its stemmy, whole-bunch character. Medium to full-bodied...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Syrah
Country France
Region Rhone
Sub-region Northern Rhone
Appellation Cote Rotie
Vintage 2014
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13.5%
Closure Cork

The Guigal Estate was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal in Ampuis, a small ancient village and cradle of the Cote-Rotie appellation. It shelters a unique vineyard where the vines and the wines have been famous for 2,400 years. Arriving in the region in 1924 at the age of 14, Etienne began his career at Vidal-Fleury, participating in its development and working his way up to the position of cellar-master before leaving to establish his own company. He has vinified 67 harvests in Cote-Rotie.

In 1961, although still very young, Marcel Guigal took over management of the establishment from his father who was stricken suddenly with total blindness. In 1973, his wife Bernadette joined him and they worked together to develop the family business. In 1975, their son Philippe was born and is today the estate’s winemaker. With his wife Eve, he represents the third generation to continue the family business, in the service of the great wines of the Rhone Valley.

Their hard work and perseverance enabled them to purchase the Vidal-Fleury Establishment in the mid ‘80s and in 1995, they acquired the famous Chateau d’Ampuis, an ancient fort built in the 12th century, later repurposed into a Renaissance chateau during the 16th century. In a state of neglect and terrible disrepair, Guigal has taken on a colossal renovation, spanning nearly 11 years with over 100 people working on the project.

The Chateau d’Ampuis has become the headquarters of the Guigal Estate while the offices and the cellars remain in the ancient small village of Ampuis. While their vineyards span the length and breadth of what the Rhone Valley offers, the heart of the winery’s production is still Cote-Rotie, whose ultimate expression can be found in Guigal’s most famous releases: La Landonne, La Turque, and La Mouline.

The 2014 Guigal Cote Rotie la Landonne is a red wine that truly embodies the essence of the Rhone region in France. With its deep, intense color and captivating aromas, this wine is a true masterpiece. Crafted from 100% Syrah grapes, this vintage showcases the exceptional quality and character of the varietal.

Upon pouring, the wine reveals itself with a rich, dark-stone and mineral aroma that immediately captivates the senses. Notes of coal smoke, graphite, and sappy, herbal accents intertwine with blackberries, black olives, and black and green pepper, creating a complex and intriguing bouquet.

On the palate, the wine displays a muscular structure, with firm tannins that envelop the punchy black fruit flavors. Layers of mocha, coffee, cloves, and other woody spices add depth and complexity, while hints of espresso and black olive linger on the finish. This wine is a true powerhouse, with a chewy, tannic finish that leaves a lasting impression.

Renowned wine critics have praised the 2014 Guigal Cote Rotie la Landonne, with Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarding it a score of 95+. While initially closed down, this wine has blossomed over time and now showcases its stemmy, whole-bunch character. Jeb Dunnuck hails it as the wine of the vintage, praising its stunning concentration, richness, and length. James Suckling describes it as super-intense, with distinctive mineral and herbal accents. Wine Spectator commends its intense and muscular nature, and Jeff Leve declares it perhaps the longest-lived wine of the vintage.

With an alcohol content of 13.5%, this wine is a true gem that will reward those with patience. While it can be enjoyed now, it is recommended to cellar this wine for at least 5 years to allow it to fully develop its potential. Opening a bottle of the 2014 Guigal Cote Rotie la Landonne is like unlocking a treasure chest filled with the finest expressions of the Northern Rhone.