Condrieu - 2020 - E. Guigal
Alcoholic content: 14.00 %
yr. 2019 Wine Enthusiast:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2019 on 01.09.2021 with 93 of 100 points.
"Notes of candied grapefruit peel, lilac and apricot perfume this bright, sunny Viognier. While fermented and matured in one-third new oak, it balances smoky, spicy, vanilla-cream richness well against pristine tangerine and white-peach flavors, with an invigorating lift of tangerine acidity on the finish. Delicious young, the wine should gain honeyed nuances through 2030. Anna Lee C. Iijima"
yr. 2019 Vinum Wine Magazine:
16 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2019 on 01.03.2021 with 16 of 20 points.
"Verführerische Aromatik von Gebäck, Mandeln, Aprikose; voller Ansatz, dichter, sämiger Bau, die Mineralität schmeckt man erst im voluminös-langen Ausklang; besser noch zwei, drei Jahre reifen lassen oder aus der Karaffe servieren."
yr. 2017 Wine Enthusiast:
91 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2017 on 01.12.2019 with 91 of 100 points.
"Whiffs of sun-kissed grain or hay are restrained on the nose, but the palate of this voluminous Viognier bursts of peach, honeysuckle and apricot. It's lavish and textured, with a long, warming finish marked by layers of saffron and candle wax. Anna Lee C. Iijima"
yr. 2016 Vinum Wine Magazine:
16 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2016 on 01.10.2018 with 16 of 20 points.
"In der Nase Pampelmuse, geschnittene Aprikose mit Limettenschale und Basilikum. Unglaublich weich und schmelzig am Gaumen, dann zeigt sich die zitronige Säure, Noten von Schweiss und nasser Wolle. Klassiker. Zu Gambas mit Knoblauch."
yr. 2015 Wine Enthusiast:
92 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2015 on 01.01.2017 with 92 of 100 points.
"Lush and generous, this is textbook Condrieu from the appellation's largest producer. Subtle ginger notes add an exotic edge to the ripe apricot, mango and lychee flavors, then persist on the long finish. Drink now?2018."
yr. 2014 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2014 on 01.01.2017 with 90 of 100 points.
"By the sheer size of its production and ubiquity of distribution, Guigal's bottling has become the de facto standard of the appellation. The 2014 is full-bodied and silky in texture, with gorgeous gingery-peppery spice and plenty of apricot-like fruit. Drink it over the rest of 2017."
yr. 2012 Wine Enthusiast:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2012 on 01.01.2016 with 93 of 100 points.
"This is less flamboyant than some Condrieus, but it still shows characteristic honeyed, floral notes. It's also one of the less expensive wines from the appellation and the most widely available. Apricot joins the party on the balanced palate and lingers through the finish. Drink now?2020."
yr. 2013 Vinum Wine Magazine:
16 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2013 on 01.07.2015 with 16 of 20 points.
"Klassischer - vielleicht sogar der klassischste - aller Condrieu und damit der ideale Wein, um mit dieser besonderen Appellation Bekanntschaft zu schliessen. Besitzt aromatische Komplexität, Fülle, seidige Art, macht Spass."
yr. 2011 Wine Enthusiast:
91 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2011 on 01.01.2015 with 91 of 100 points.
"The region's most widely available wine remains a solid benchmark. Exotic aromas of citrus blossom and tropical fruit make a bold impression, followed up on the palate by ample weight and a touch of oiliness. Drink now?2016."
yr. 2010 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2010 on 01.01.2014 with 90 of 100 points.
"Guigal accounts for approximately half of the production of Condrieu, so it is important that the firm's entry-level bottling--the wine most consumers will initially be exposed to--is of high quality. Thankfully, the 2010 exhibits knockout Viognier aromas of flowers and spice backed by flavors of apricot and nasturtium blossom. The wine is viscous without being heavy, its richly textured finish leavened by a dash of white pepper. Drink it over the next year or so."
yr. 2008 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2008 on 01.01.2011 with 90 of 100 points.
"Full, round and softly pillowy in the mouth, this is a perfumed Condrieu to drink over the next couple of years for its truffle-like notes backed by orange, honey and melon. Spicy and long on the finish."
yr. 2007 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2007 on 01.01.2010 with 90 of 100 points.
"Guigal is now making 40-of the entire Condrieu appellation, making the quality of this cuvée quite an achievement. Floral notes lead off, followed by hints of peach, apricot and honey, and the wine walks the requisite balance between round lushness and peppery, minerally spice. Drink now-2012."
yr. 2005 Wine Enthusiast:
89 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2005 on 01.01.2007 with 89 of 100 points.
"Guigal's Condrieu is a blend of oak- and steel-fermented lots to help preserve some of the Viognier's freshness. The 2005 is a success, featuring scents of honeysuckle and apricot and a touch of toast. It's reasonably rich on the palate, coating the mouth with ripe, peachy flavors, finishing with credible length. Drink now."
yr. 2003 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2003 on 01.01.2005 with 90 of 100 points.
"Lovely soft, easy fruit, show up the fresh, fragrant style of Condrieu, despite coming from the hot 2003 vintage. Spice and wood show through the flavors of apricots and honey, leaving a smooth, oily texture to finish. This would be great with Asian food."
yr. 2000 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2000 on 01.01.2002 with 90 of 100 points.
"A big, ripe, oily wine with apricots and overpowering perfumes of exotic spices. Unusual for a Condrieu, this is completely dry, and the sweetness comes from superripe, almost botrytised grapes which give it a hint of honey. Spice and new wood complete the package."
yr. 2019 VertdeVin:
93 of 100 Points.
"VertdeVin" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2019 with 93 of 100 points.
"The nose is elegant, aromatic, precise and offers a fine richness. It reveals notes of kumquat, juicy/pulpy vine peach, small notes of quince associated with touches of mesocarp, apple, fine hints of fresh apricot, dry citrus as well as discreet hints of lemon flowers, rosemary and garrigue. The palate is gourmand, elegant, racy and offers richness (full of control), a beautiful fat (full of control), justness, generosity, a fine acidulous frame, complexity as well as deepness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy vine peach, crushed William pear, small notes of pulpy apricot associated with touches of kumquat, ripe mandarine as well as hints of lemon flowers, quenette, fine hints of lavender, rosemary, fine hints of racy minerality. Good length. A beautiful aromatic persistence on hints of lavender/garrigue."
yr. 2014 VertdeVin:
92 of 100 Points.
"VertdeVin" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2014 with 92 of 100 points.
"The nose is fruity, elegant, quite powerful and relatively intense. It reveals notes of apricot and physalis associated with small notes of flowers, a discreet touch of citrus as well as a touch of gray pepper and spice. The palate is fruity, balanced, relatively gourmand, relatively fleshy / rich and offers minerality, freshness and a good unctuous matter. On the palate this wine expresses notes of apricot and physalis associated with touches of citrus (especially lemon) and slight touches of honey and a hint of p-tisserie. Good length and persistence."
yr. 2019 La Revue du Vin de France:
15 of 20 Points.
"La Revue du Vin de France" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2019 on 01.01.2022 with 15 of 20 points.
yr. 2018 Wine Spectator:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2018 on 01.02.2021 with 93 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 La Revue du Vin de France:
15 of 20 Points.
"La Revue du Vin de France" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2018 on 01.01.2021 with 15 of 20 points.
yr. 2018 Wine & Spirits Magazine:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine & Spirits Magazine" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2018 on 01.10.2020 with 93 of 100 points.
yr. 2017 La Revue du Vin de France:
15 of 20 Points.
"La Revue du Vin de France" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2017 on 01.01.2020 with 15 of 20 points.
yr. 2016 Wine Spectator:
94 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "E. Guigal Condrieu" from the vintage 2016 on 01.05.2019 with 94 of 100 points.
