Cote Rotie La Mouline Guigal 2022 (750ML)

94-96 Points, Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous: "Pronounced intensity of raspberry, black cherry, Bourbon vanilla, crushed violets, blossom and cedar introduce the 2022 Côte-Rôtie La Mouline. Medium-bodied and refreshing, the 2022 is shaping up to be a classic La Mouline with energy and finesse. Firmly structured and perfectly balanced, it finishes with excellent drive on the complex finish. (Drink between 2034-2052)" 03/24

97-100 Points, Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com: "Black raspberries, wildflowers, and bacon fat emerge from the 2022 Côte Rôtie La Mouline, which has an exotic yet dark, rich, and powerful profile. Based on 89% Syrah and 11% Viognier and aged 42 months in new oak, it has plenty of mid-palate depth, full-bodied richness, and ripe tannins, all while maintaining classic La Mouline character and sexiness.This reference point estate continues to produce brilliant wines, yet subtle, not insignificant changes are underway. First, there's a new Côte Rôtie La La in the lineup, the Côte Rôtie La Reynarde, created in honor of Philippe and Eve's twin sons, Etienne and Charles. Sourced from a small parcel in the Fongeant lieu-dit planted in 2015, it is 100% Syrah, not destemmed, and vinified with punch-downs only, similar to La Turque. It will see the same 40+ months in new barrels as its siblings. While 2022 will be the first vintage released, I've been lucky enough to taste this cuvée since 2019, and stylistically it fits nicely between La Turque and La Landonne, unquestionably meriting its place alongside the other La Las." 05/25

17.5 Points, Alistair Cooper, JancisRobinson.com: "Cask sample. Attractive slightly shy nose. The palate has good concentration and density and a structured mid palate that shows a lovely lick of acidity throughout. The oak is toasty and clearly needs time. The tannins are superbly polished and integrated already. Needs an age to come together. (AC) (Drink between 2032-2048)" 10/23

96 Points, Matt Walls, Decanter: "Finely spiced, very true to form in its tobacco leaf aromas. Particularly saline this year and detailed, not quite as lush as some 2022s, which is no bad thing. Exuberant and very much a classic expression, tannins are a touch dry and it's currently full of oak smoke on the finish. Not overly alcoholic, though the fruit is extremely ripe. From lieu-dit Côte Blonde. At the beginning of its 40 months in new French oak barriques. (Drink between 2029-2042)" 09/23

94-96 Points, Yohan Castaing, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Notes of iris, oak, ripe dark berries and spices intertwined with an oaky character preface the 2022 Cote Rotie La Mouline, a blend of 89% Syrah and 11% Viognier. Full-bodied, dense and suave, it's enveloping and concentrated. With a rich chassis of tannins and a muscular yet sappy structure, it concludes with a long, oaky and spicy finish. Compared to its counterparts, La Mouline is always more enveloping and charming when young; this vintage is no exception." 02/25