2020 Gevrey Chambertin Les Goulots
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The vines on this 0.34-hectare plot were planted in 1966. It is the highest and most northerly of Gevrey’s Premiers Crus. East-facing, steep and windy, the wine clearly speaks of this cooler spot – a real asset in the warm conditions of 2020. It stands out in the line-up for its bright, crunchy profile, with a more mineral, saline edge. Deliciously long and lush with vibrant acid, there’s also a chalkier tannin grip here.
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Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy
Neal Martin, Vinous
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The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Les Goulots 1er Cru showed just a very tiny reduction on the nose when I visited, though it unfurls to reveal a mixture of red and black fruit, touches of pencil box and pine cones. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, quite poised and lightly spiced as it fans out on the finish, albeit in controlled finish. Impressive persistence here - this is one for the long-haul.
Mid red purple, with a sweetness of fruit that suggests correct ripeness. Not the depth of Cherbaudes but nor would I expect it. A racy strawberry/raspberry fruit, fresher with good acidity. Plenty of wine here.
Vines planted at a higher elevation and east-facing, on the border with Brochon. Tank sample. Mid ruby. Lighter profile of red cherries with great florality. Mineral and tense. Great balance between tannins and acidity.
About the producer
Domaine Fourrier is located in the village of Gevrey-Chambertin. The estate has been run by Jean-Marie Fourrier since 1994, and has rapidly become one of the village’s most fashionable names, known for producing pure and transparent Pinot Noir.