2010 E. Guigal, Cote Rotie, La Turque 1x750ml

Robert Parker 100

Both the 2010 and the 2009 continue to blow me away every time I taste them, and to me, these represent the pinnacle of Cote Rotie-albeit in very different styles. The 2010 Cote Rotie la Turque is a much more masculine and edgy wine that’s going to reward cellaring. Its inky black color is followed by classic notes of smoked meats, scorched earth, licorice and ample black fruits. Big, rich, tannic and structured, don’t think about touching bottles until at least 2020. [Jeb Dunnuck, 28/09/2017]

Anticipated maturity: 2020-2050

Vinous 95

Inky ruby. Heady, seductively perfumed aromas of dark berry liqueur, candied flowers, smoky minerals and olive paste. Sweet, palate-staining blackberry and violet pastille flavors are lifted and sharpened by juicy acidity and a hint of white pepper. Very rich but lively as well, finishing with strong back-end cut. Shows real power on the strikingly long finish, which features fine-grained tannins and sexy floral and Asian spice qualities. [Josh Raynolds, 02/01/2015]

Anticipated maturity: 2020-2040