Description
An expressive, well-balanced Saint-Joseph red wine
The estate
Founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal in the commune of Ampuis, the E. Guigal estate was taken over by his son Marcel in 1961. Today, the third generation safeguards the tradition and values of this prestigious Rhône family estate. Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage: E. Guigal cultivates a diverse array of vineyards across multiple appellations, forming a collection of outstanding wines.
Over the years, Maison E. Guigal has experienced remarkable growth, notably acquiring in 1995 the prestigious Château d’Ampuis, as well as several Rhône wine estates (Jean-Louis Grippat, Domaine de Vallouit, Domaine de Bonserine and Château de Nalys in Châteauneuf-du-Pape).
The vineyard
A benchmark of excellence among Rhône Valley wines, Vignes de l’Hospice by E. Guigal is a cuvée sourced from emblematic vineyards 20 to 80 years old, planted on a granitic slope.
Winemaking and aging
Controlled alcoholic fermentation with temperatures regulated up to 33°C. This Saint-Joseph wine is matured in new oak barrels for 30 months.
Blend
This Lieu-dit Saint-Joseph – Vignes de l’Hospice 2022 by E. Guigal is made from 100% Syrah.
