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E. Guigal

Côte-Rôtie Chateau d'Ampuis 2022

Cote-Rotie

E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie Château d’Ampuis is a standout expression of the appellation and a nod to the Guigal family’s legacy. Sourced from seven top lieu-dits on both the Côte Brune and Côte Blonde and aged 38 months in new oak, it rivals the LaLas in quality. The wine is named for historic château dating back to the 11th century, restored by Marcel Guigal after he purchased it in 1995. Reviving the estate’s name, the Guigals crafted a wine that reflects both their signature style and the enduring prestige of Côte-Rôtie.

VINEYARD

Today, Château d’Ampuis is made from seven exceptional vineyards from both sides of Côte-Rôtie, the Côte Blonde and the Côte Brune, with vines averaging 50 years of age. These are exceptional vineyards, and in fact, every vineyard adjoins one of the three “LaLa” crus: La Mouline, La Landonne or La Turque. The sites Le Clos, La Garde and La Grande Plantée lie in the Côte Blonde. La Pommière, Le Pavillon Rouge, Le Moulin and La Viria sit in the Côte Brune.

WINEMAKING

Ampuis is composed of 93% Syrah and 7% Viognier, and aged in the same manner as the Guigal single-vineyard crus: a 4 week maceration and alcoholic fermentation followed by elevage in new barrels that are all made at the estate. This wine, however, spends only 38 months in barrel compared to 42.

VINTAGE

The 2022 Northern Rhône vintage faced extreme heat and drought, with the hottest and driest growing season since 1950, surpassing even the 2003 vintage. Dry conditions in winter and spring were followed by intense heatwaves in June and July, causing significant stress on the vines. Mid-August rainfall provided some relief, promoting ripening, but yields were still notably low. The resulting wines are concentrated and full-bodied, with rich fruit, though some reds may feature tougher tannins due to the challenging growing conditions.

TASTING NOTE

The hallmark of Chateau d’Ampuis is an unbelievably seductive perfume full of sweet black fruits and spices, and an elegance in spite of the intense concentration of fruit (prunes, blackberry) and tannin.

FOOD PAIRING

Duck confit, Portabello mushrooms

Color

Red

Blend %

100% Syrah

Appellation

Cote-Rotie

Alcohol

13.5%

Suggested Retail Price

$224

Reviews

96

Jeb Dunnuck - May 9, 2025 "The 2022 Côte Rôtie Château D'Ampuis brings another level of classic character, showing black raspberries, spring flowers, game, and olive tapenade. A blend of 93% Syrah and 7% Viognier from a mix of lieux-dits and aging in new oak for 38 months, it's medium to full-bodied and pure, with beautiful balance and a seamless texture."

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