Hard to beat Gouges for a combination of price, quality and ageability in Burgundy. At age 19, this one is still youthful although drinking well. Garnet in color, mostly clear and bright. The nose is nice with cherries, some black cherries, slight sandalwood and just a hint of funk. Medium bodied. On the palate, this has depth and complexity. Cherry fruit with some earthiness underneath. Nice acidity. Long finish. This should continue to drink well for another decade. It drinks well on its own but will work better with food. Roast chicken would be a nice match.
This had been decanted for an hour or so. Purple in color, ruby at the rim. The nose is dusty with cherries. On the palate, slight tannins. Tart cherries. Some complexity. Seems to be nearing but not quite at peak. Nice with food.
Great showing for this Premier Cru from the excellent 2005 vintage. Ruby/purple in color, clear and bright. The nose is nice with cherries, chervil and spice. Medium bodied. On the palate, this is bigger than on the nose. Cherries, black cherries with some spice. Long finish. Drinking well at age 17, this should go another ten to fifteen more years. Better with food, this would work well with a seared Tuna Steak with a seared crust.
