Domaine Henri Gouges – Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Vaucrains 2019 – Burgundy France

Domaine Henri Gouges Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Vaucrains 2019 is one of the estate's most powerful and age-worthy wines. Located directly above the legendary Les Saint-Georges vineyard, this exceptional Premier Cru delivers remarkable concentration, mineral intensity, and structure, making it one of the great long-lived wines of Nuits-Saint-Georges.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
• Region: Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2019
• Vineyard: Les Vaucrains
• Location: Above Les Saint-Georges on the mid-slope hillside
• Style: Powerful, mineral-driven Burgundy Pinot Noir

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Dark cherry, blackberry, and blackcurrant
• Savory: Earth, spice, forest floor, and mineral complexity
• Structure: Firm tannins, vibrant freshness, and exceptional longevity

Situated near the forest edge above Les Saint-Georges, Les Vaucrains consistently produces some of the most intense wines in the appellation. The naturally low yields contribute concentration and depth, while the site's mineral-rich soils preserve freshness and precision. Powerful in youth, this is a wine that rewards patience, gradually revealing greater complexity and elegance over many years in the cellar.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of the most age-worthy Premier Cru vineyards in Nuits-Saint-Georges
• Located directly above the famed Les Saint-Georges climat
• Exceptional balance of power, freshness, and minerality

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Venison and game dishes
• Beef Wellington
• Braised short ribs
• Aged French cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors seeking cellar-worthy Burgundy
✓ Lovers of powerful, terroir-driven Pinot Noir
✓ Drinkers willing to reward patience with complexity
✕ Not ideal if you want an easy-drinking Burgundy tonight