Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos des Porrets - 2017 - Domaine Henri Gouges - 0,75L

An iconic monopole from Nuits-Saint-Georges, combining power, precision, and Burgundian charm. A structured and elegant Premier Cru built for aging.

📋 Characteristics

Appellation: Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru
Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2017
Certification: Sustainable viticulture
Terroir: Clay-limestone soils on the southern slopes of Nuits-Saint-Georges
Vinification & Ageing: Manual harvest, traditional fermentation, 18 months in oak barrels (approx. 30% new)
Alcohol: Approx. 13% vol

🍇 Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep ruby with violet highlights
Nose: Intense and complex: black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry), violet, rose, sweet spices, vanilla, licorice, underbrush
Palate: Rich and structured, with fine, velvety tannins. Persistent aromas of dark berries, licorice, and integrated oak. Bright freshness
Finish: Long and persistent, with spicy, woody notes and elegant minerality

🍽 Food Pairings

• 🥩 Roasted beef fillet, duck breast, veal chop
• 🍄 Porcini risotto, wild mushroom tarts, hare à la royale
• 🧀 Aged Comté, Brie de Meaux, Époisses, Bleu de Bresse

🫗 Serving Advice

Serving temperature: 16–17°C
Decanting: Yes, 1 to 2 hours recommended
Opening time: Ideally 1 hour before serving

🗓 Cellaring Potential

Enjoy now after aeration, or cellar until 2032–2037 to reveal its full depth and complexity.

🏰 About the Domaine

Domaine Henri Gouges is a benchmark estate in Nuits-Saint-Georges, renowned for its commitment to precision and terroir expression. Clos des Porrets is a 3.7-hectare monopole on the southern hillsides of the appellation. This Premier Cru produces wines of great clarity and aging potential, always retaining their natural charm.

📝 Ratings & Reviews

Robert Parker: 92–94/100
Allen Meadows (Burghound): 94/100
Wine Advocate: 93/100
Decanter: 94/100