while the Merlot contributes a smooth

The blend composition shifts with each vintage — the most commonly cited assemblage is 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% French Colombard

Espresso and molasses add depth on the back palate

Aroma: The white opens with dried apricot

yields a Chardonnay that feels genuinely site-driven rather than cellar-manufactured

Guigal Cote Rotie Chateau d'Ampuis 2014 zinfandel while the Merlot contributes aGuigal Cte Rtie Chteau d'Ampuis 2014 is a Northern Rhne red wine blending 93% Syrah and 7% Viognier, bottled at approximately 13. 5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. It earned 93 points from both Robert Parker's Wine Advocate and Jeb Dunnuck, confirming its standing among the top wines of the appellation in a vintage that rewarded precision and freshness. Quick Facts: ABV: ~13. 5% Origin: Cte Rtie, Northern Rhne, France Vintage: 2014 Producer: E.