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| Community Tasting Notes (average 88.5 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 265 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Axone on 12/3/2023 & rated 91 points: Assez mûr, un peu rustique. (288 views) | | | Tasted by gmmilani on 10/28/2023 & rated 93 points: A little worried I waited too long on this wine, but still drinking well. Would recommend letting it sit in the decanter an hour. Very rustic after opening, but the fruit came forward after sitting for a very well-balanced experience. (332 views) | | | Tasted by lesz on 3/23/2023 & rated 92 points: still very good fruit in a half bottle (643 views) | | | Tasted by franm on 2/19/2023 & rated 93 points: Cheers - Most of the 250 + tasting notes wrote that this wine had peaked around 2012-2015. I assumed that might be true. We all were WRONG! This wine has aged incredibly well, and of the 6 bottles I've had over the years (all 2003), this one is BY FAR the best. Great nose, palate, long finish, perfectly balanced. This wine was initially rated 90-95 points by the some of the big wigs, and I'd have to agree it's on the upper end of that scale. The problem is that probably no one has any left because we were all duped into thinking this wine was going to peak 10 years ago.....lesson learned: let's be careful....if we have some patience, it sometimes pays off! (719 views) | | | Tasted by JPH104 on 1/22/2022: Still drinking really well. (1393 views) | | | Tasted by 559Cheers on 7/24/2021 & rated 90 points: Some life left. Just opened, so see how this develops. Seems on the downhill roll though or almost at the bottom of the hill.
*1 hour has come back to life.
*Drinking better after a couple of nights. (1397 views) | | | Tasted by franm on 12/25/2019 & rated 91 points: cheers - bottle 5 of 6....incredible, aging very well (1957 views) | | | Tasted by dlduchon on 8/29/2018 & rated 92 points: Purchased on release and cellared in a cold cellar. This wine tasted fresh with some longevity left. Great balance and delineation. (2310 views) | | | Tasted by oenophile8444 on 8/4/2018: Still drinking well. Initially, strong barnyard and leather. After 30 minutes, leather, tobacco, black tea, and awesomeness. Enjoyed with a ribeye. Exceeded expectations for the age. (2295 views) | | | Tasted by Jaber on 10/23/2017 & rated 89 points: Nice orange colour reflection on the rim. Aromas of tobacco and leather. Good finish. (2721 views) | | | Tasted by Magnolian on 4/29/2017 & rated 90 points: Cork looked damaged but seepage did not extend to top of capsule so I think it was OK. Significant bricking and an almost brownish hue. Day one was quite nice, with a spicy grenache kick and well-integrated dark fruits and gamey notes. Completely fell apart on day 2. Drink now if you have any; I'm guessing this peaked 2-3 years ago. (3323 views) | | | Tasted by Rustica on 1/9/2017 & rated 92 points: Elegant and lovely...delightful. (3303 views) | | | Tasted by Brian1970 on 1/6/2017: Good (2882 views) | | | Tasted by JMFWC on 9/9/2016 & rated 88 points: Showing well but a bit on the decline. Somewhat raisiny fruit from this hot vintage but showed well with dinner after a decant. Finish held up but wouldn't expect this to get any better. Still a fun wine to (3255 views) | | | Tasted by Rogermtx on 4/15/2016 & rated 92 points: Thought it may have been well past prime but no. This was nice from the uncorking with decent earthy flavors and a dark berries nose. Opened to reveal raisins. Would love to have more. (3576 views) | | | Tasted by difran on 2/18/2016 & rated 90 points: Happy #nationaldrinkwineday (3332 views) | | | Tasted by MateusPetrus on 11/3/2015 & rated 90 points: Clear garnet color. Tight nose – nothing at chest or chin level. Nose in the glass reveals those French notes one either loves or hates, rubber and such. Sweet on the tongue. Full of fruit (dried cherries), spice (pepper), with just a little tannin on the finish. Delicious. (3288 views) | | | Tasted by franm on 9/24/2015 & rated 91 points: cheers - delicious, but probably past its peak (bottle 4 of 6) (3459 views) | | | Tasted by maxima on 7/19/2015 & rated 92 points: Pour terminer en beauté, avec un très beau plateau de fromage (digne de ce nom), rien de moins que le WOTW (Wine of the Year) #1 de Wine Spectator en 2002:
Belle matière, viande et poivre avec une belle minéralité, superbe en ce moment, une bien belle bouteille de Bordeaux70, thanks buddy!
…et dire que ce vin a été payé une cinquantaine de $ dans le temps. (3477 views) | | | Tasted by Wine Canuck on 6/5/2015 & rated 92 points: Some Grilling with the Toronto Cru (Toronto, ON): Here is another wine I had low expectations for. I've found so many wines in the Southern Rhone hot and stewed, I figured if you add the hot vintage this must be overdone, right? I've also never really had a Guigal CdP I've loved. This was actually quite good! It pours translucent with a ruby core and moderate bricking with orange flecks toward the rim. The nose is fully mature with leather, farmyard, nutshells, old wet hay, forest undergrowth, cigar, strawberry jam, optimally ripe raspberries and quite lot of mixed brown spices. Evidently there is a touch of brett here that I am digging. The palate features medium minus tannin and medium acid. Fairly balanced, with only slightly elevated alcohol noted. Quite good, if a tad rustic. (3711 views) | | | Tasted by John Nezlek on 12/31/2014 & rated 92 points: Similar to the bottle I had in July 2013. Excellent bottle in its prime. I see no reason to rush but also no reason to wait. I do not think it will be getting any better. Opened a bit before drinking (no decant) and the wine opened and improved through the bottle. Rich and satisfying. Classic CDP palate of flavors. (3253 views) | | | Tasted by hchyczij on 12/20/2014 & rated 89 points: Tasted good smelt like manure! Not loved by the group (2770 views) | | | Tasted by franm on 6/22/2014 & rated 92 points: Cheers- bottle 3 of 6 and the best one yet. Not sure why this one was better than the first 2, but this bottle was delicious. I decanted it again, after 2 hrs it was fantastic. Might be interesting to hold one or two of these for at least 3 more years. (4082 views) | | | Tasted by d'Artagnan on 6/2/2014 & rated 90 points: Ch9 2003 guigal
Même en négoce, Guigal sait faire.
Ce 2003 est un modèle de buvabilité. Avec ses jolis arômes de kirsch, de fraises, orange sanguine et de garrigue, il est de corps moyen, sans aucun excès de chaleur . Un vin typé, pas très complexe mais bien savoureux, d’un très bel équilibre, avec une jolie finale épicée. Très bon, il est à maturité et s’y maintiendra sans doute pour 5 ans et plus. 90 pts (3915 views) | | | Tasted by Urodude on 3/30/2014 & rated 91 points: Drinking great now. Still time left (4204 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| By Josh Raynolds
Vinous, January/February 2007, IWC Issue #130
(E. Guigal Chateauneuf du Pape) Subscribe to see review text. |  By Gary Vaynerchuk
Wine Library TV, Chateauneuf Du Pape Tasting, Episode #330 (10/9/2007)
(GUIGAL CHATEAUNEUF DU PAPE ROUGE) #3; VaynerPAZZZ; COLOR-nice; NOSE-awkward; hint of asphalt; earthy/manure aspect; rounded w/ minty Eucalyptus component….weird; TASTE-raspberry component; beef blood component; round cinnamon component which is nice; this wine has ADD (completely bouncing all over); disappointing, hollow on the mid-palate; finish is long, but I don't like the flavor; this wine is NON-delicious; decent mouthfeel; W&S-95; GV-86 86 points |
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| E. Guigal producer website
A FAMILY HISTORY
Land with 24 centuries of history behind it, worked and preserved by three generations of winemakers with family values at their core and a commitment to an illustrious terrain that produces prestigious wines. This, in a nutshell, is the Maison Guigal. Right from the beginning the motto, “No Pains No Gains” underpins the promise made to Etienne Guigal. A commitment to work together to follow in his footsteps, to communicate the family’s passion and create so many emotions. Today, Marcel and Philippe, along with their wives, are the guardians of this exceptional domain which combines history, devotion and a sense of togetherness. A breath of inspiration for generations to come.
CÔTE-RÔTIE
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Planted on slopes by the Romans 24 centuries ago, this illustrious vineyard is made up of the Côte Brune, upstream of the Reynard and the Côte Blonde which is downstream. Planted almost exclusively with Syrah, the Côte Brune produces a powerful, intense wine. Thanks to a dash of Viognier which compliments the Syrah, the Côte Blonde is more subtle. There is a charming legend attached to this appellation and the Château d’Ampuis: “the sire of this place had two daughters, one with hair as dark as the night and the other blonde like a field of wheat. When they got married he endowed each with two of his best slopes. This is how we inherited the Côte Brune and the Côte Blonde”
CONDRIEU
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With its steep terraces which plunge towards the Rhône, this vineyard is planted solely with Viognier. A rare grape varietal imported by the Greeks at the beginning of our era, combined with granite soils its naturally complex character produces a unique white wine with a yellow golden hue and intense and subtle notes of delicate apricot and white peach.
SAINT-JOSEPH
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Enjoyed at the table of kings, this illustrious wine’s name hails back to the 16th Century and the Jesuit monks of Tournon. The reds are made from Syrah and the whites from Marsanne and Rousanne. These grape varieties grown on a South to South East facing steeply sloped vineyard with granite soils produce elegant, luscious wines.
HERMITAGE
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A prestigious appellation since ancient times, it is named after a 13th Century hermit who sought redemption by devoting himself to prayer and the cultivation of vines. Enjoyed by the Russian Court and the great and the good of Europe, this rich and powerful wine with intense aromas is produced from Syrah for the reds and Marsanne and Roussanne for the whites.
CROZES-HERMITAGE
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A typical wine of the northern Rhône, Crozes-Hermitage benefits from warm pebbly soils with good drainage. This is a vast appellation partially planted on slopes. The reds are produced from Syrah and the whites from Marsanne and Rousanne. The red wine is deep ruby in colour, full of savoury flavour and well-balanced. The white wines are dry and aromatic with floral notes.
CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE
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These soils are composed of calcareous round pebbles and the vineyards are swept by the Mistral winds and warmed by the Provencal sunshine, resulting in wines with unmistakable flavours of the South. These southern wines are produced from a complex blend of the 13 grape varieties of the appellation with Grenache as the main component. They are complex with soft and powerful tannins and are characterised by a generous and strong personality.2003 E. Guigal Châteauneuf-du-Pape80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, and 5% Mourvèdre and others from 45 year-old vines. A deep dark red in the glass with aromas of spices and mature red fruits. In the mouth, round tannins with powerful complexity. A rich unctuous wine with notes of mature plums, hazelnuts and red fruits. A very rich wine full of harmony and balance. Red Rhone Blend Read about the different grapes used to produce red and white Rhone wines
On CellarTracker, Red Rhone Blend is the term for a wine consisting of two or more of the traditional 13 Southern Rhone grape varieties. Typically it's the Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre or Cinsault grapes, but can also contain the Muscardin, Counoise, Clairette, Bourboulenc, Picpoul, Roussanne, Terret Noir, Picardan or Vaccarese grapes.
A 'food' wine. Lacking pretension and intended for local consumption with local cuisine. Lacks the 'high' notes on a Bordeaux, more earthy and sharper so often a better partner to meat dishes with a sauce. France Vins de France (Office National Interprofessionnel des Vins ) | Pages Vins, Directory of French Winegrowers | French Wine (Wikipedia)
Wine Scholar Guild vintage ratings
2018 vintage: "marked by a wet spring, a superb summer and a good harvest"
2019 vintage reports
2021: "From a general standpoint, whether for white, rosé or red wines, 2021 is a year marked by quality in the Rhône Valley Vineyards. Structured, elegant, fresh and fruity will be the main keywords for this new vintage."
2022 harvest: idealwine.info | wine-searcher.comRhône Guide to the wines, wineries and appellations in the Rhone Valley The Rhône Valley/Le Vins de la Vallée du Rhône (Comité Interprofession des vins AOC Côtes et vallée du Rhône)
### Wine Scholar Guild's Rhône valley vintage charts & ratings ###Southern Rhône Guide to the wines, wineries and appellations in the Southern Rhone Valley
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Châteauneuf-du-Pape Appellation - Read more about Chateauneuf du Pape
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"As I have written many times in the past, the sweet spot for drinking Châteauneuf du Papes is usually the first 5-6 years after the vintage. Then they seem to go through an adolescent, awkward, and sometimes dormant stage, only to re-emerge around year 10-12, where the majority of wines are often fully mature. The best of them will continue to hold on to life (but rarely improving) beyond 15-20 years. It is only the exceptional Châteauneuf du Papes that will evolve for 20-25+ years, and those are indeed a rarity. However, things may be improving dramatically in terms of the longevity of Châteauneuf du Pape, although Grenache-dominated wines, the vast majority of wines produced in the appellation, are wines that do not have the polyphenol (extract and tannin) content of top Cabernet Sauvignons, Merlots, or Syrah-based wines. Nevertheless, the younger generation in Châteauneuf du Pape has taken seriously the farming in the vineyards. There are more organic and biodynamically run vineyards here than in any other appellation of France. The yields, which were already low, are even lower today (20-35 hectoliters per hectare), and of course, the proliferation of top luxury and/or old-vine cuvées gives a significant boost to the number of wines that will evolve past 25 or 30 years. The advantage of these wines is their broad window of drinkability." - Robert Parker
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