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E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Blanc is a superb white wine from the Rhone and is a great alternative for the ABC (anything but Chardonnay) crowd. It may be more expensive than other Cotes du Rhone, but this wine more than makes up for it with its superb quality.
Guigal sources the best grapes from the Southern Rhône with an unusually high proportion of Viognier to produce a full-bodied and fresh Cotes du Rhone Blanc with elegance and strength.
Guigal Wines was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal in the village of Ampuis. His son, Marcel, took over from his father in 1961. The Guigal family owns vineyards in Condrieu and in the Côte-Rôtie with illustrious plots in many famous appellations. The wines are made and aged at 12th century Chateau d’Ampuis located in the northern Rhone.
In the summer of 2003, to improve quality and control over all aspects of winemaking, Guigal opened an onsite cooperage. The cooperage at the Château d’Ampuis works in partnership with the cooperage at Chagny managed by Seguin Moreau giving them much more control over the barrels that they use.
E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Blanc is a blend of 60% Viognier, 15% Roussanne, 10% Marsanne, 8% Clairette, 5% Bourboulenc and 2% Grenache Blanc.
. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Blanc is a yellow gold in colour, clear and brilliant. Tne nose is fresh and marked by the distinctive aromas of Viognier: white flowers, apricot, acacia and white peach. The palate is fruity with plenty of richness and body. A well-rounded wine with elegance, strength and balance.
Drink as an aperitif, with starters lightly spiced or curried dishes. This wine is also a great match for roast chicken, grilled seafood and pasta with creamy sauces, such as fettuccine Alfredo, pasta carbonara, or a creamy lemon pasta.
For the cheeseboard, pair with soft cheeses such as Brie, Camembert or fresh goats cheese.
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