2021 Guigal Côte Rôtie Brune et Blonde de Guigal

94 POINTS

James Suckling

This is refined, textural and chiseled. It has notes of sweet berries, charred bark, sandalwood and chocolate. It's medium- to full-bodied with finely grained tannins. Velvety texture, with a layered and bright core of red berries at the center. It's all in balance with a refined character. Controlled power and a precise finish.

93 POINTS

Yohan Castaing - Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2021 Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde is expressive—indeed, almost exuberant for the vintage—bursting with a sweet bouquet of pepper, spices, dark berries and licorice, mingled with gently vanillin oak. Medium- to full-bodied, dense and layered, it’s suave and deep at the core, concluding with a long, seamless finish. This is a classic offering despite the challenges of the year.

Nicolas Greinacher - Vinous

The 2021 Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde de Guigal unwinds with delicate red fruits, leafy undertones and pinches of dried herbs. Polished tannins neatly frame this medium-bodied 2021, which comes in slightly below the 2020 and 2022 renditions. If all comes together as it should, the 2021 will nonetheless be a solid Côte-Rôtie with plenty of freshness. Points: 88-91

Nicolas Greinacher - Vinous

The 2021 Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde de Guigal reveals red plum, white pepper, leafy hints, dried herbs and fleshy undertones. Medium-bodied with moderate intensity, the 2021 offers an elegant, classic profile with modest flavor concentration. Overall, it is refreshing, though the finish feels clipped.