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E Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Landonne 1988 is a full-bodied, single-vineyard red wine produced in the Côte-Rôtie appellation of the northern Rhône Valley. Founded in 1946, Domaine Guigal is one of the most revered and unwaveringly consistent estates in the Rhône Valley and is often seen as a benchmark for quality Côte-Rôtie. The top three wines from Guigal are known affectionately in some circles as the La La`s, which is short for La Landonne, La Mouline and La Turque. La Landonne made its debut in 1978 and is produced from 2 hectares of Syrah on the Côte Brune, vinified in stainless steel and aged in 100% new French oak for up to 42 months. "Dense and full bodied, the 1988 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Landonne is simply a monumental wine that is drinking perfectly. It sports full throttle aromatics that develop over the evening, showing gorgeous black fruits, truffle, forest floor, smoked meats, Asian spices and roast coffee on the nose. These carry over to the palate where the wine is beautifully integrated with a concentrated, chewy mid-palate, an awesome silky texture, and a long, seamless finish." Jeb Dunnuck, 2011

About this wine

The 1988 vintage of La Landonne by E. Guigal is a testament to the extraordinary potential of the Côte-Rôtie region. This exceptional vintage is celebrated for its balance, structure, and aromatic complexity. With age, it has developed a rich bouquet of black fruits, spices, and earthy notes, underpinned by firm tannins and a long, nuanced finish. It remains a highly sought-after wine for collectors. Rich bouquet of black fruits, spices, and earthy notes, balanced structure, firm tannins, and a long, nuanced finish.

La Landonne

La Landonne is one of the prestigious 'La La' wines produced by E. Guigal, sourced from a specific vineyard plot within the Côte-Rôtie appellation. Known for its steep, terraced vineyards, La Landonne produces deeply colored, richly flavored wines that are highly regarded for their complexity and ageing potential.

E. Guigal

E. Guigal is a renowned wine producer in the Rhône Valley, famous for its red wines from appellations such as Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, and Saint-Joseph. The winery was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal in Ampuis, a small ancient village synonymous with the Côte-Rôtie appellation. Guigal is known for producing wines of exceptional quality, including the highly sought-after 'La La' wines: La Mouline, La Landonne, and La Turque.