Mild reduction again renders the nose difficult to read but here it seems certain that the underlying fruit is quite ripe. This sense of elevated ripeness extends as well to the rich supple and solidly well-concentrated flavors that possess excellent depth before culminating in a spicy tension-filled and wonderfully long finish. A classic Pruliers that offers a very pretty mix of power and finesse. ♥ - Comments: Outstanding

93+ I was delighted while tasting the 2011s out of barrel chez Gouges to have the opportunity to revisit a few of the domaine’s great 2010s. The 2010 Pruliers is quite closed at the present time (not surprisingly!), but shows off outstanding potential. The excellent nose wafts from the glass in a classic blend of cassis, black cherries, a touch of plum, venison, dark soil tones and bonfires. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bdoied and very young, with a rock solid core of fruit, tangy acids, fine focus and a long, primary and very chewy finish. This will be a great vintage of Gouges Pruliers, but it is going to take some cellaring.

The 2010 Nuits St. Georges Les Pruliers boasts good fleshiness and juiciness. This is an up-front decidedly overt style loaded with blue and black fruit. Firm tannins add support while expressive floral notes give the finish an attractive lift. Here too the wine is surprisingly approachable. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025. -Antonio Galloni