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2003 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque

Sale price$845.00 | In Stock Ships from our French cellar (Delivery in 4-10 days) | Drink or Cellar

Côte-Rôtie wines from 2003 display remarkable depth and ripeness due to the vintage's heat. Smoked meat and black fruits dominate the bouquet, with hints of violet and exotic spices. Structured tannins and dense fruit create a wine of both power and precision, despite the challenging conditions.


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2003 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque
2003 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque Sale price$845.00 | In Stock Ships from our French cellar (Delivery in 4-10 days) | Drink or Cellar

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The Estate

E. Guigal is one of the most renowned wine producers in the Rhône Valley, France. Founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal, the estate is now run by his son Marcel and grandson Philippe. Based in Ampuis, the heart of the Côte-Rôtie appellation, Guigal has expanded its influence throughout the Rhône Valley over the decades. The estate is known for producing a wide range of wines, from entry-level Côtes du Rhône to some of the most sought-after and expensive wines in the world, including their famous "La La" wines from Côte-Rôtie: La Mouline, La Landonne, and La Turque.

1988 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 1988
1988
1988

Iron Meets Cool Precision

La Turque's iron-rich soils shaped a focused growing season. Cool temperatures preserved ethereal aromatics. The wine reveals savory complexity with game, olive, and dark fruits.

1989 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 1989
1989
1989

Heat Delivers Liquid Gold

Record summer heat concentrated fruit to remarkable levels. The steep slopes' exposure maximized ripening conditions. The powerful blend marries black fruits, violets, and smoked meat.

1991 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 1991
1991
1991

Cool Years Show Grace

Cool temperatures allowed extended hang time on La Turque's steep granite face. The site's protection helped overcome regional challenges. The wine shows remarkable finesse balancing red fruits with mineral depth.

1994 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 1994
1994
1994

Perfect Balance Takes Flight

Perfect conditions blessed the iron-rich soils throughout summer. Steady warmth and minimal rain produced concentrated berries. Profound depth emerges through layers of black fruits and exotic spice.

1998 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 1998
1998
1998

Heat Drives Bold Character

Intense summer heat stressed La Turque's iron-rich soils. Old vines showed resilience through August heat spikes. Black fruits and tar dominate with sous bois notes.

1999 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 1999
1999
1999

Rain Tests Late Harves

September rains challenged the steep slopes. Careful sorting preserved quality despite difficult conditions. The wine shows surprising power with black cherry and herb notes.

2000 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 2000
2000
2000

Drought Shapes Power

Severe drought concentrated already low yields. The steep exposure intensified summer heat effects. Dense layers of blackberry and smoke reflect the vintage's power.

2002 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 2002
2002
2002

Steep Slopes Shape Character

E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 2002 Vintage Callout: Wet September conditions demanded rigorous selection on La Turque's steep, iron-rich terraces in the Côte Brune. The site's perfect exposure and well-draining soils helped mitigate challenging harvest conditions. The wine reveals La Turque's trademark exotic spice, violets, and black fruits, balanced by refined minerality and sophisticated structure.

2003 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 2003
2003
2003

Iron Soils Shield Heat Stress

Historic heat waves challenged vines, but La Turque's steep, iron-rich terraces provided crucial protection. The site's perfect exposure helped preserve freshness during extreme summer conditions. The wine shows intense exotic spice, black fruits, and roasted meat notes with La Turque's characteristic opulence.

2005 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 2005
2005
2005

Summer Sun Builds Power

The steep schist soils of Côte Brune experienced ideal conditions with moderate spring rains followed by sustained warmth through summer. The ancient terraces' southern exposure maximized ripening during the long, dry autumn harvest window. La Turque's powerful Syrah reveals the vintage's concentration through intense black fruits and smoked meat notes, while the iron-rich soils contribute signature minerality.

2016 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 2016
2016
2016

Iron-Rich Soils Shape Power

The iron-rich soils of the Côte Brune absorbed summer's steady warmth, driving optimal Syrah ripeness on La Turque's vertiginous slopes. A perfectly timed September cooling period allowed for extended hang time without any loss of acidity. The wine displays La Turque's signature power with black olive intensity, smoky mineral depth, and the vintage's stunning concentration.

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