Introducing the 2015 Guigal Hermitage Ex Voto, a French masterpiece that hails from the esteemed Rhone region, specifically the Northern Rhone's Hermitage appellation. This Syrah varietal is a divine exemplification of the guile and precision that the producer, Guigal, is renowned for. This vintage, bottled in 2015, is a testament to the allure of French viticulture - a robust red wine that captures the essence of its terroir with every sip.
Unveiling the bottle, you are greeted by a cork closure that preserves the wine's integrity, ensuring a pristine tasting experience. The wine's color is a ravishing red, enticing the eyes before it even meets the palate. With an alcohol content of 14.0%, it strikes a perfect balance between strength and subtlety.
The tasting notes are a symphony of flavors. Reviewers have remarked on its spicy, cedary character, with hints of pencil shavings and crushed stone. There is a powerful essence of mixed red and black fruit, with licorice and pepper on the long, tannic finish. Indeed, the 2015 Guigal Hermitage Ex Voto is not for the faint-hearted. Its rich, powerful, and primordial character demands patience, suggesting a decade of bottle aging for optimal enjoyment.
On the nose, one can detect notes of blackberry and black cherry liqueur, crushed stone, smoke, licorice, coffee, crème de cassis, and vanilla. These powerful aromatics promise a head-turning experience. The palate is treated to a rich, full-bodied texture, with a finish packed with layers of perfectly ripe, pure blackberries.
The 2015 Guigal Hermitage Ex Voto is a wine that commands your attention, a captivating potion that evolves exquisitely with time. It is a testament to the art of winemaking, a vintage that promises to elevate any occasion to a celebration.