Expert Review - Vintage 2022
The Wine Spectator 89 Points | Rich and dense, this red is packed with black cherry and blackberry fruit flavors, with grainy tannins on the finish. Reveals earth and vegetal accents, with moderate length. Drink now through 2027. 1,100 cases made, 140 cases imported.
Memo Summary Notes
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Expert Review - Vintage 2022
The Wine Spectator 89 Points | Rich and dense, this red is packed with black cherry and blackberry fruit flavors, with grainy tannins on the finish. Reveals earth and vegetal accents, with moderate length. Drink now through 2027. 1,100 cases made, 140 cases imported.
Memo Summary Notes
The Domaine Mongeard-Mugneret Hautes-Côtes de Nuits "Les Dames Huguettes" 2022 is a standout regional Burgundy from a legendary Vosne-Romanée producer. The "Les Dames Huguettes" vineyard is highly regarded because it sits on a south-facing slope just a few hundred meters from the border of Nuits-Saint-Georges, giving the wine a structure and depth that often mimics more expensive village-level bottlings.
The 2022 vintage in Burgundy was excellent—warm and generous but with enough freshness to keep the wines vibrant.
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Appearance: A deep, brilliant ruby red with purple highlights.
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Aroma: An "intoxicating" bouquet featuring a mix of red and black fruits (wild strawberry and black cherry) with subtle notes of violet, damp earth, and vanilla.
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Palate: Remarkable for its power and length. It offers a "gourmet" texture with spicy undertones and firm but silky tannins. It feels more "vinous" and muscular than a typical Hautes-Côtes wine.
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Pairing
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Traditional: Roast duck, Coq au Vin, or slow-cooked beef bourguignon.
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Modern: Lamb tenderloin in a coriander crust or a seared duck breast with a cherry reduction.
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Cheese: Pairs exceptionally well with pungent Burgundian cheeses like Epoisses or a well-aged Comté.
Finish: Long and generous, with a refreshing acidity that makes it very food-friendly.
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