The 2019 Guigal Côte Rôtie La Turque is a remarkable wine originating from the prestigious Côte Brune parcel in Northern Rhone, France. This red wine is primarily composed of 93% Syrah and 7% Viognier, showcasing the region's distinctive character.
Jeb Dunnuck praises this vintage with a perfect score of 100, stating that he was "blown away" by its smoky, meaty, and gamey profile, as well as its full-bodied richness and depth. He highlights its "remarkable purity" and "flawless balance," while advising that it demands 10-15 years of bottle aging for optimal enjoyment. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also awarded it 100 points, describing it as "extroverted" with "extravagant, blossom-like aromas" and a "concentrated and rich yet airy" character.
Jeff Leve of TheWineCellarInsider.com gives it a near-perfect score of 99, noting its powerful and intense nature. He appreciates the wine's "spice-edged, red fruits" and lauds its ability to "hold your focus for over 60 seconds," declaring it a "wow vintage" for Guigal La Turque. Likewise, James Suckling awards it 98 points, emphasizing its "haunting nose" and "extremely long finish," while highlighting its floral and stony qualities.
Vinous' Nicolas Greinacher gives the wine a score of 97, calling it "muscular" and "a wine of substance and class," advising patience for it to reach its full potential. Wine Spectator rates it 96, complimenting its "powerful and broad" nature, with a "velvety robe" and "texturally stunning" profile.
Decanter, scoring it at 95, comments on its "highly spicy" nature and notes that the wine is "embryonic for now," with oak tannins, alcohol, and acidity needing time to harmonize. Overall, the 2019 Guigal Côte Rôtie La Turque is a wine with impressive structure and complexity, destined to shine with further aging.