In Bond Fine Wine. 2025 Etienne Guigal Condrieu La Doriane, Condrieu, Rhone, France. White Rhone in 6x75cl. Top critic score: 95/100 (JS). Drinking window: 2025+. Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Guigal's La Doriane is concentrated, aromatic and serious Condrieu. Guigal is one of the defining names of the Rhone Valley. Its reputation rests above all on Cote-Rotie, particularly the celebrated single-vineyard “La La” wines—La Mouline, La Turque and La Landonne, produced in tiny quantities from steep sites - establishing Cote Rotie among the world's most sought after and collectible wines. From the perfumed silkiness of La Mouline, to the power to the dark power and longevity of La Landonne, with La Turque sitting stylistically between the two, power with more aromatic lift and opulence. Guigal also make the prestigious and rare red and white Hermitage Ex Voto, and its flagship Condrieu La Doriane is one of the richest and most long lived expressions of Condrieu. Established in 1946 by Etienne Guigal, Guigal remains family-run with three generations shaping the reputation of the Rh…
James Suckling (JS) — 95/100 · JamesSuckling.com, 2026-07-02 · Drink 2025+
Aromas of sweet lemons, white peaches, aromatic herbs and some honey. So focused at the center, where it shows a vivid, vertical and energetic profile. Well guided with vibrancy. Medium-bodied with freshness at the center. Attractive floral lift and a long, juicy finish. Drink or hold.