Cote Rotie La Landonne 2014
Intro: This 2014 vintage of La Landonne from Maison E. Guigal is a powerhouse red wine from the famed Côte Brune hillside of the Côte Rôtie appellation. Fully 100% Syrah, vinified without destemming, aged 40 months in new oak . It expresses black fruit, smoke, crushed stone, olive and asphalt, with formidable tannic structure and a long lifespan ahead. The La Landonne vineyard is located on the Côte Brune side of Côte Rôtie and Guigal’s plot is just 2.2 ha, making production extremely limited. Collectors prize it as one of the most iconic Rhône wines.
Region: Rhône Valley || Winery: Maison E. Guigal
Grapes: 100% Syrah
Aging: 40 months in new oak barrels
ABV: 13% || Decant: 30–60 minutes || Serving Temp: 16–18°C
Pairing: Roast duck breast with berry or plum jus; venison or other game in a wild mushroom and herb sauce
Tasting Notes: The 2014 Guigal Cote Rotie La Landonne shows a deep red black, nearly opaque hue with aromas of blackberry, cassis, licorice, smoked meat, olive tapenade, graphite, and pressed flowers. Full to medium full bodied, concentrated, with firm tannins, high extract, and a mineral undertone. The finish is very long and powerful, built to evolve over decades
