Very impressive and classy though clearly nowhere near its peak. The nose is reticent at the moment but shows typical...

Very impressive and classy though clearly nowhere near its peak. The nose is reticent at the moment but shows typical...

This is rather gutsy for a 2004, with notes of beef, dark olive and tobacco holding sway over the dark cherry and...

One of the famous names of the Rhone, Guigal moved the region into the modern era in the 80s by introducing new oak...

A consistently great producer year after year. black cherry, currants and smoke notes. Drink: 2008-2020. 

This is rather gutsy for a 2004, with notes of beef, dark olive and tobacco holding sway over the dark cherry and...

Medium acidity, silky tannins, cassis, black cherry, smoked meat, dried fruit, long finish.

Big, beautiful and blonde (and brune), this delivers immense complexity in the well-extracted and focused fruit. It's...

This is undoubtedly the best label for experiencing the essence of old-world syrah(shiraz) while still remaining somewhat affordable. Guigal is the shinning star of Northern Rhône and this is the most accessible wine of his high-end profile.
Sampled at the January 2010 North of 9 tasting session, the '04 vintage is a lighter style than the more aggressive '03s but if you normally drink heavily extracted Australia Shiraz, this will be a lesson well learned.
The '04 is 96% Syrah with an additional 4% Viognier.