Vintages 2009

Wine Advocate #197 - Oct 2011

Score : 88

The 2009 and 2010 Cotes du Rhone Blancs are blends of 55% Viognier and the rest Roussanne, Marsanne, Clairette and Bourboulenc, all aged in tank. While there are multiple bottlings given the massive production, they are consistent from bottling to bottling. The freshness, exotic tropical fruits, fragrant bouquets, dry, fleshy mid-palates and crisp finishes of these wines will be admired by consumers. These wines over-deliver in every sense, and they should drink well for several years. Robert Parker

Wine Advocate #191 - Oct 2010

Score : (88-90)

The 2009, which won't be released until all 3.5 million bottles have been sold, looks to be nearly as good, with pretty much the same character, as the Guigals look to blend for similarity rather than vintage differences with this particular cuvee. Robert Parker.

Wine Spectator - Sep 30, 2010

Score: 85

This high-toned white offers green plum and plantain notes backed by a crisp, tangy finish. Drink now. 50,000 cases made. James Molesworth.

Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar - Jan/Feb 11

Score : 88

Pale yellow. Melon, nectarine and honeysuckle on the nose, with notes of anise and white pepper adding complexity. Gains sweetness with air and offers pliant honeydew and orchard fruit flavors, with a touch of spice on the back half. I like this wine's complexity and finishing sappiness. Josh Raynolds.

Guide Bettane & Desseauve des Vins de France

Score : 15/20

Belle aromatique, sur les fruits blancs très mûrs. Bouche ronde et gourmande. La fin de bouche est concentrée et fraîche, on va se régaler cet été.