- Robert Parker (RP) points 95
- Vinous points
E. Guigal - Ermitage - Ex-Voto
Vintage
2018
Size
75 cl
Price
€358.80 ex. VAT
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Tasting notes
Like previous vintages, the 2019 Ermitage Ex Voto originates from estate parcels in Les Bessards (30%), Les Greffieux (30%), Les Murets (20%) and L'Hermite (20%). Hugely dark and concentrated in hue, it offers up hints of crushed stone and roasted plum, plus grilled meat. Full-bodied and rich, yet also mouthwatering on the finish, it's a solid effort, but it looks to be a step behind the 2018 at this stage.
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About this wine
The 2017 Ermitage Ex Voto is sturdy, rich and intense, even for Hermitage. Crushed stone and plum notes mark the nose, while the full-bodied palate is tannic and dusty in feel, ending on additional notes of crushed stone, pencil shavings and cassis. Give it a few more years in the cellar and drink it over the next decade or so.
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Producer
E. Guigal
The Northern Rhône wine region exploded in popularity in the mid 80’s and it was really down to two people, Etienne Guigal and Robert Parker. Etienne took over the vineyard in 1946, but it was his promotional efforts of the…
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Region
Rhone
Wine has been produced in the Rhône Valley for over 500 years, with some of its vineyards being amongst the oldest in France. Syrah rules over the south with a mix of Mediterranean grapes, while in the north, the two stars are…
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Appellation
Hermitage
Hermitage is a prestigious appellation located in the northern Rhône Valley of France, situated on a steep granite hill overlooking the town of Tain-l'Hermitage. The vineyard covers approximately 136 hectares on south-facing…
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