2022 Guigal Cote Rotie Ampuis 3pk

95-97 Points – Jeb Dunnuck
The 2022 Côte Rôtie Château D'Ampuis brings another level of classic character, showing black raspberries, spring flowers, game, and olive tapenade. A blend of 93% Syrah and 7% Viognier from a mix of lieux-dits and aging in new oak for 38 months, it's medium to full-bodied and pure, with beautiful balance and a seamless texture.
93-94 Points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
The 2022 Cote Rotie Chateau d'Ampuis is demonstratively oaky at this stage, exuding a somber character marked by aromas of bay leaf, coniferous forest, pencil lead and ripe dark berries. Medium to full-bodied, it's ample and structured, with a concentrated, ripe profile supported by a robust chassis of tannin and finishes long and powerful, infused with notes of eucalyptus and oak. This muscular and dense wine will benefit from cellaring for 7-8 years and should continue to develop beautifully over the following decade.