Domaine Henri Gouges; Clos des Porrets-St. Georges (1er Cru); 1996 (Burgundy)
This entry was posted on 7/1/2006 12:01 PM and is filed under French Red Burgundy- French Pinot Noir.
This wine was the universal highlight of a recent Pinot tasting at my home. To quote attendee Professor Magnus Lofstrom "as a confessed cabernet drinker, I still can't help but love this wine and I give it a solid 4 stars, especially when paired with the salmon and veal chop that was served."
This wine is a quintessential Burgundy. An ethereal bouquet of red fruit, campfire smoke, and baked cherry, followed by a layered drenhing on the palate. The tannins here have softened to pure silk, and the lovely finish lasts and lasts.
All four tasters, myself included, give this wine 4 stars.
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