Côtes du Rhône E. Guigal 2000
The 2000 Côtes du Rhône from E. Guigal is a distinct release designated as "Cuvée Philipson Wine," crafted in collaboration with the esteemed winemaker Marcel Guigal. Bottled at Château d'Ampuis, this French wine holds the Appellation Côtes du Rhône Contrôlée classification. The Guigal estate is a highly respected name in the industry, frequently recognized by critics and publications for their remarkable consistency and dedication to quality.
For this specific cuvée, the grapes were sourced from prime vineyard locations across the Rhône Valley, and the wine was subsequently barrel-aged. The Côtes du Rhône is a vast regional appellation that spans the entire valley, encompassing 171 municipalities from Vienne in the north to Avignon in the south. Established as an AOC in 1937, it stands as France's second-largest appellation. The terroir is highly diverse, ranging from granite soils in the northern reaches to limestone, clay, and pebble gravel in the south.
The broader Rhône region in southeastern France has a rich viticultural history that dates back to Roman times. It is geographically divided into two main sections: the northern part, characterized by steep slopes, and the warmer southern sector. Red wines from the Côtes du Rhône appellation are predominantly based on Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, occasionally supplemented by other permitted varieties such as Cinsault and Carignan.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Côtes du Rhône
The Rhône Valley in south-eastern France has grown wine since Roman times. The region falls into two parts: the northern section with steep slopes, where Syrah produces deep wines in Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage, and the warmer south, where Grenache-based blends culminate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The wines are spicy and powerful with dark berries, pepper and garrigue herbs.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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Storage
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Opening
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