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“ « The treasures are born in the very heart of the most legendary of the illustrious plots of the Maison Guigal. These precious bottles are as coveted as they are rare and have benefited from extreme care at every stage of the process, from the vine to the cellars. They are the sole incarnation of the inspiration and inheritance of centuries of viticulture in an exceptional terroir » ”

Côte-Rôtie

"La Mouline"

The Côte-Rôtie « La Mouline » is one of the most emblematic of the Guigal domain’s wines. Small quantities are produced each year from a vineyard in the heart of the ‘côte blonde’. This is a voluptuous, silky and intensely aromatic wine.

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Soil type

Terraced wines in the shape of a Roman amphitheatre. Gneis with lighly coloured silicone soil with limestone lœss.

Grape variety

89% Syrah, 11% Viognier.

Average age of vines

about 75 years

Winemaking

Thermoregulated stainless steel tanks. Traditional pumping over. Alcoholic fermentation/ 4 week maceration..

Ageing

42 months in new oak

Average yield

35 Hl / hectare. (25% removed after sorting).

Tasting

Eye : Ruby red with red vermillion tints.

Nose : Small red fruits, blackberry and floral violet aromas.Intensely aromatic, powerful but full of finesse.

Palate : Supple with balance between the finesse of the aromas and an explosive richness due to the concentration of the wine. Greatly expressive of the terroir.

Overall : A feminine wine with voluptuous silky texture and intense aromas.

Imprimer

Vintages 2008

eRobertParker.com #214 - Aug 2014

Score : 89

Already up-front and easy-drinking, with a surprising lack of depth and concentration, the 2008 Cote Rotie la Mouline gives up plenty of peppered game, underbrush, and sweet fruit to go with a medium-bodied, elegant and straightforward profile on the palate. While I think it will still be better in a couple of years, it’s easily the weakest la Mouline in over a decade and will need drinking in its first 10-15 years of life. In contrast, a recent bottle of 2008 La Torque delivered noticeably more depth and concentration. Jeb Dunnuck.

Wine Advocate #198 - Dec 2011
Score : (89-91)

The weakest link among recent vintages, the 2008 Cote Rotie La Mouline reveals a weedy, green pepper note along with sweet tannin, a medium dark plum/ruby color, and a gentle roundness and lushness. By the time this cuvee is in bottle, I suspect it will be better than it was showing in Guigal’s cellars. Robert Parker.

Wine Spectator - Issue: Sep 30, 2012

Score: 93

Designation: Collectibles

An alluring wine, with steeped currant, dark truffle, roasted apple wood and espresso aromas and flavors all mingling together, backed by a solid spine of charcoal and ganache notes. A sanguine edge runs underneath and should emerge more as this softens in the cellar. Best from 2013 through 2025. 415 cases made. James Molesworth.

Guide Bettane & Desseauve des vins de France

Score : 17,5/20

Plus parfumée que ses deux consœurs, comme toujours, un délié élégant et sans creux, une texture juteuse gourmande, elle vieillira bien.