Domaine Guigal was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal in Ampuis, a small ancient village and cradle of the Côte-Rôtie appellation.
It is home to a unique vineyard where vines and wine have been celebrated for 2400 years. Arrived in 1924 at the age of 14, the founder vinified 67 harvests in Côte-Rôtie and participated at the beginning of his career in the development of Etablissements Vidal-Fleury.
The vine is a precious asset and the grape has undoubtedly the most coveted fruit throughout the centuries. Maison Guigal cultivates a great respect for the vine and a deep attachment to the preservation of these noble plots. The winemakers accompany the maturation of the grapes in each season, from the birth of the buds until the harvest in September. They take care of each vine stock to allow it to face winter serenely, to feed on the sun and water at the return of spring to finally give birth to an exceptional grape. Each precise and delicate gesture is the legacy of so many generations who have accompanied this land of excellence.
