2023, Domaine de la Vougeraie, NUITS-SAINT-GEORGES, 1er Cru, 'Les Damodes'The 2023 Nuits Saint Georges Les Damodes 1er Cru contains 60% whole bunches this year. There is more mineralit on the nose compared to the Clos des Thorey, with pressed rose petals that infuse the lifted red fruit. The palate is medium bodied with pliant tannins, fine tension and ample poise. This has a seductive Pinotone of the best wines from Vougeraie. 92 94 Neal Martin, Vinous (2024). Attractive mid ruby. The bouquet indicates the typically

ripe and welcoming

it exhibits excellent potential

A garnet red colour with fresh red fruit aromas on a spicy background

Skilled winemaking on show

perhaps more than the Haut-Brion Blanc with a dab of ginger enlivening the finish

deep and layered wine evocative of citrus oil

bramble tones and a touch of sweet spice

A touch of welcome bitter chocolate on the finish

this wine is considered today as the Village of Lafleur

pure black fruit laced with minerals and a precise if glossy finish

creamy and cool blue fruit touches as well

This will require time in bottle