2001 La Turque - Cote Brune
By Guigal
2001 La Turque - Cote Brune from Guigal, Rhone, Rest of the World
The 2001 La Turque - Cote Brune from Guigal stands apart as a testament to its exceptional vintage. From the legendary producer Guigal, well-renowned within Rhone and globally, this wine captures the true essence and spirit of the terroir.
An Unforgettable Vintage Experience
2001 was a year that won't easily be forgotten in Rhone. This vintage year presented cooler, wetter conditions in spring and early summer. These climatic challenges resulted in lower yields but also in berries packed with concentrated flavours. The years that truly test the winemakers are sometimes rewarded with some of their most exceptional vintages.
The unmistakable fruit integrity carried through to the rich and robust 2001 La Turque - Cote Brune. It sits on the palate with an expert balance between acidity and lusciousness, presenting beautifully structured tannins and a lengthy finish that echoes the stellar vintage quality.
Investment Potential that Excites
The name Guigal resonates as one of significance within sophisticated wine investment circles. Owning a bottle or case of 2001 La Turque - Cote Brune is not only owning a piece of Rhone's rich winemaking history but a lucrative investment opportunity. The distinct vintage characteristics and superb ageing potential offer assurance of value appreciation over time.
A Sip Back into Time
The 2001 La Turque - Cote Brune embraces all aspects that make wine an experience rather than simply a beverage. It invites you to immerse in an epic tale — from the challenging weather patterns that shaped its distinct character to the meticulous craftsmanship involved. A sip of this wine provides an opportunity to taste history and indulge in a brilliant array of flavours meticulously crafted by Guigal.
This enticing wine has carved out its emblematic status, establishing it as a vintage worth owning in any wine investment portfolio. To those who appreciate the purity of Syrah and desire to unravel the mysteries of Rhone's terroir, herein lies your perfect candidate - the 2001 La Turque - Cote Brune from Guigal.
Market price (CAD)
$8,654.36
12x75cl
Highest score
96
POP score
325
Scores and tasting notes
Meaty and rich, with notes of Asian spices, espresso roast, creosote, blackberries, and cherries, the 2001 Cote Rotie La Turque is an earthy, powerful, tannic effort with a long, heady, rich finish, and crisper acids than the 2000. Give it 5-8 years of cellaring, and consume it over the following 20-25 years. Importer: Fred Ek and Patrick Will, Ex Cellars Wine Agencies, Solvang, CA; tel. (805) 686-9153
Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 26 December 2004