Nuits St Georges Les St Georges Henri Gouges 2015

Domaine Henri Gouges Nuits St Georges Les St Georges 2015 is a full-bodied red Burgundy from the Premier Cru climat of Les St Georges in the Côte de Nuits village of Nuits St Georges. Arguably the most celebrated name in the village of Nuits St Georges, Domaines Henri Gouges has existed in its current form since 1919 and is renowned for the longevity, and occasional youthful stubbornness, of its Pinot Noirs. "The 2015 Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Saint Georges took three or four minutes to unfold...but what a bouquet! Copious black cherry, cranberry jus, pomegranate and bergamot scents all infused with stupendous mineralité. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannin, plenty of blood orange infusing the red and black fruit, a keen line of acidity and a gentle grip towards the finish. It constitutes one of the best vintages that I have tasted in recent years. It should be considered a "stunning victory" for the 2015 vintage, but without wishing to sound like a broken record, please cellar this for 5-7 years for it to attain its drinking plateau." Wine Advocate, 2016