HENRI GOUGES Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru 'Clos des Porrets St Georges' Monopole 2017 Bottle

Description

The 2017 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos des Porrets Saint Georges has received notable acclaim, earning 92 points from The Wine Advocate. William Kelley highlights its complex bouquet, which features aromas of wild berries, forest floor, grilled game, and raw cocoa, framed by cedary new oak. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied with a layered, velvety texture for a young Clos des Porrets, showcasing ripe tannins, tangy acidity, and a long, succulent finish. Vinous awarded it 90-92 points, describing its attractive nose of black cherries, bilberry jam, and a hint of licorice. While it may lack some charm at present, the wine's structure and grip suggest that it will benefit from additional aging, with a drinking window extending to 2040.

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Domaine Henri Gouges is a renowned winery located in the Nuits-Saint-Georges region of Burgundy, France, with a history that dates back to 1920. The estate is particularly celebrated for its high-quality Pinot Noir wines, showcasing the unique terroir of the Côte de Nuits.

Henri Gouges was one of the pioneers of the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation and has played a significant role in establishing the reputation of the region. The domaine spans approximately 18 hectares and includes several notable vineyards, including premier and grand cru sites.

Domaine Henri Gouges is known for its commitment to traditional winemaking practices, including hand-harvesting and minimal manipulation of the wine, allowing for genuine expressions of the terroir. The wines typically exhibit rich fruit flavours, length, and complexity, often combined with well-structured tannins.

The estate has maintained a legacy of consistency and quality, garnering praise from critics and wine lovers alike. With a focus on craftsmanship and authenticity, Domaine Henri Gouges continues to uphold its standing as one of the respected producers in Burgundy, offering wines that reflect the character and elegance of the region.

THE WINE ADVOCATE 92 points
Aromas of wild berries and forest floor mingle with notions of grilled game and raw cocoa in a complex bouquet, framed by cedary new oak, introducing the 2017 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos des Porrets Saint Georges. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, layered and decidedly velvety for a young Clos des Porrets, with ripe tannins, tangy acids and a long, succulent finish. (William Kelley 31.01.2019)
Drink 2020 - 2024

VINOUS (90-92) points
Drinking Window 2024 - 2040
From: 2017 Burgundy: A Modern Classic (Jan 2019)
The 2017 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Porrets-Saint Georges 1er Cru has an attractive bouquet of black cherries, bilberry jam, a touch of blue fruit and just a hint of licorice. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit. There is an initial burst and then everything clamps back down so that the second half is structured and grippy. Lacks a little charm at the moment, but give this time in bottle. - By Neal Martin on October 2018