Domaine Roche Guillon Red
Domaine de Roche Guillon - Moulin à Vent
Red,Moulin à Vent
100% Gamay
history
Five generations of winemakers on the same hillside, that proves the loyalty to the vineyard. Now Bruno and his family, the new generation, take the best of this plot planted by Bruno’s great grandfather.The vinification and aging have remained traditional in order to preserve the typicity fruity, soft tannins and rich that are the hallmarks of the field.The vineyards spread over 9 ha and are located on gently rolling hills with granite-based soil. The south-east facing exposure combined with an altitude of over 350 metres ensure the vines yield grapes with considerable ripeness whilst retaining a delicate aroma and structure typical of the appellation.
Vineyard
The plots are situated in the City of Chenas. The vines grow on granit soil. Vines : 1ha - 45 years old
Winemaking
50% full and 50% destemmed grapes. 12 days maceration at 84° F. Malolactic fermentation. Ageing in tanks before March/April bottling.
Tasting notes
Ruby red colour, a fine and very aromatic nose. In mouth, black fruits (currant, blackcurrant, strawberry), spicy and round.
Food pairing
Starters, barbecues, white meats and cheeses.
Aging potential
7 to 8 years.
Grape varieties
100% Gamay
Press
Current and upcoming vintage ratings :
202091 Wine Enthusiast
201990 Wine Enthusiast
201990 James Suckling
Previous rating
201890 Wine Spectator
201892 Wine Enthusiast
91
2020
Ripe and structured , this wine come from an 1,100-foot elevation vineyard that has been in the same family for five gnerations. A dense wine, it shows power eased by red-fruit acidity at the end. Drink from 2023.
Roger Voss Wine Enthusiast
Terrisson Wines
195 rue Guy Arnaud
30900 Nîmes - FRANCE
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