Guigal La Turque, 2007 White with a majority of Xarel-lo

with a majority of Xarel-lo

A structured wine with a pretty floral and fine citrus peel character

some violet and suede notes

a sophisticated Pauillac that priorities elegance and poise over intensity of fruit--in keeping with Lafite Rothschild's style

this Cabernet is silky and lively

Guigal La Turque, 2007 White with a majority of Xarel-loThe 2007 Cote Rotie La Turque appears stronger than La Mouline at this stage (as La Turque often does at age 12 months, regardless of the vintage). Boasting stunning graphite, chocolate, blackberry, incense, and camphor characteristics, this is a meaty, full bodied, remarkably concentrated, fabulously intense and pure wine. Robert Parker 98 points.