2017 Benjamin Leroux Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru Les Goulots, Cote de Nuits
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B17026V17
Leroux describes this vineyard as Gevrey’s equivalent to his favourite parcels in Chassagne (Tête du Clos) and Volnay (Clos de la Cave des Ducs). In spite of the fact that Les Goulots is hardly seen on wine labels, it is, to quote Leroux, “a top, top Gevrey 1er Cru”, and one that had been on his wish list for some time. One of the reasons that this terroir is not well known is because of its size. Lying just above Champeaux, it is a tiny, well-shaded vineyard with few owners. It is the northernmost 1er Cru, on the slope that includes Les Cazetiers and Combe aux Moines and it is one of Leroux’s latest parcels to ripen. The vines here are a 50/50 mix of 20- and 43-year-old vines, and the wine was raised in 20% new oak and with approximately 15% whole bunches in the ferment. Although not a powerful wine, it offers tremendous finesse and vibrant energy with waves of ripe blood plums, wild forest fruits and pine freshness. The close is both striking and sappy.
Medium deep purple, a little bit of blackcurrant leaf, late picked but still not quite ripe, plenty of shade in this vineyard. There follows a striking energy at the back, medium concentration redcurrant and blackcurrant. The finish is persistent and attractive.”
91-93 points Jasper Morris InsideBurgundy.com
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Country | France |
| Region | Cote de Nuits |
| Varietals | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 91-93 |
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