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Domaine Henri Gouges

Domaine Henri Gouges Les Chaignots Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru

Name: Domaine Henri Gouges Les Chaignots Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru
Brand: Domaine Henri Gouges
Price: 132.98 USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

France, Burgundy

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Domaine Henri Gouges Les Chaignots Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru is a premium wine that showcases the expertise of the renowned producer, Henri Gouges. This wine comes from the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation, which is known for producing some of the finest Pinot Noir grapes in the world. The vineyard features a unique terroir that contributes to the wine's distinct character, with its clay and limestone soils and south-facing exposure. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a wine that is elegant, complex, and full-bodied. The style of the wine is characterized by its rich aromas of red fruits, spices, and earthy notes, with a long and satisfying finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Domaine Henri Gouges Les Chaignots Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru is a beautiful example of Burgundy.It has concentrated aromas of ripe red fruit and savory spices. On the palate, the wine is rich and full-bodied, with a dense core of juicy tannins and concentrated flavors of red plum and earthy spices. The finish is long and silky, with some lovely minerality and a touch of sweet oak. An excellent choice for those who enjoy complex and structured reds.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

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Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Searing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Pinot Noir

ORIGINS

Winery: Domaine Henri Gouges

Region: Burgundy

Burgundy is a wine region located in the east-central part of France, renowned for its high-quality wines. It is one of the most famous and prestigious wine regions in the world, with a long history of winemaking that dates back to the Middle Ages. Burgundy has been producing wine since the Middle Ages, and its wines have been highly sought after since the 15th century. The region is divided into four main sub-regions: Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise. Each of these sub-regions has its own unique terroir and produces wines with distinct characteristics.

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