Henri Gouges Nuits-St-Georges 1er Cru Les Vaucrains - 2009 (750ml) Size:750ml The final blend of 78%

The final blend of 78% Merlot and 22% Cabernet Franc has resulted in an opaque purple-colored wine exhibiting a sweet

more raisiny notes in its aromatics and flavors

it has layers of sweet fruit as well as an elevated level of glycerin

The dark garnet/plum-hued 2009 Zinfandel Duarte Vineyard possesses abundant sandy

where it should remain for another 10-12 years

Henri Gouges Nuits-St-Georges 1er Cru Les Vaucrains - 2009 (750ml) Size:750ml The final blend of 78%The 2009 Nuits St. Georges Les Vaucrains comes across as quite understated and reserved. It possesses lovely freshness and an understated, classy personality that hasn't fully come together in bottle. The wine's energy, verve and deep finish all bode very well for the future. This is a terrific showing from Gouges. Anticipated maturity: 2017 2029. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980 8802 Wine Advocate 92+ points