Great Buy on this 1er Cru Monopole Red Burgundy!
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Clos Napoléon is a 4.5 acre monopole of Domaine Pierre Gelin and is the flagship wine of the estate. This premier cru was uncultivated at the time it was purchased by Pierre Gelin in 1950. The vines are now over 60 years old. The vineyard was originally owned by Claude Noisot, the surgeon to Emperor Napoléon, and was known as Aux Cheusots. Claude rechristened the vineyard Clos Napoléon in honor of the emperor.
2016 Pierre Gelin Fixin 1er Cru Clos Napoleon Monopole....$54.99
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Effusive aromas of black cherry, plum, mint and toasted spices are enticing in this balanced version, while the rich, juicy texture and intense flavors keep you coming back for more. Best from 2021 through 2035. 616 cases made, 150 cases imported.
Rated 92/100 The Wine Spectator
Here too there is a background suggestion of wood surrounding the more deeply pitched nose of cassis, black raspberry liqueur, floral nuances and more prominent earth influence. The caressing, round and fleshy medium-bodied flavors exude a subtle bead of minerality on the complex and balanced finish where a hint of bitter cherry pit arrives
Rated 90/100 Burghound
Clos Napoléon is a 4.5 acre monopole of Domaine Pierre Gelin and is the flagship wine of the estate. This premier cru was uncultivated at the time it was purchased by Pierre Gelin in 1950. The vines are now over 60 years old. The vineyard was originally owned by Claude Noisot, the surgeon to Emperor Napoléon, and was known as Aux Cheusots. Claude rechristened the vineyard Clos Napoléon in honor of the emperor.
Compare to $69.99 at K&L
Effusive aromas of black cherry, plum, mint and toasted spices are enticing in this balanced version, while the rich, juicy texture and intense flavors keep you coming back for more. Best from 2021 through 2035. 616 cases made, 150 cases imported.
Rated 92/100 The Wine Spectator
Here too there is a background suggestion of wood surrounding the more deeply pitched nose of cassis, black raspberry liqueur, floral nuances and more prominent earth influence. The caressing, round and fleshy medium-bodied flavors exude a subtle bead of minerality on the complex and balanced finish where a hint of bitter cherry pit arrives
Rated 90/100 Burghound
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