2024, Domaine de la Vougeraie, GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN, 'Les Evocelles'

A steep, stony, upper hillside vineyard where Vougeraie uses horses rather than a tractor to plough. This was the first parcel of vines that Jean Claude Boisset bought at the start of his wine career in the 1960s.
The 2024 Gevrey-Chambertin Les Evocelles has more vigour and lift on the nose [compared to La Justice], with vivid red cherry and raspberry fruit that is simple but delineated. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy but fluid tannins, harmonious bright acidity and fine tension. Good cohesion on the finish, this is a very decent no-frills Les Evocelles to enjoy over the next 12 to 15 years.
90-92 Neal Martin.

Airy and cool aromas of red currant, plum and more subtle earth nuances. The supple and agreeably textured, though again not particularly dense, flavours possess a super-sleek mouthfeel while exhibiting solid depth and persistence on the mineral-driven finale. This is very good for its level and worth a look. Outstanding.
89-91 Burghound.

A pretty floral nose, roses in the spring, with a little density behind. Tightly wound on the palate, raspberry and redcurrant, with fair length. Drink from 2028-2033.
*** 89-92 Jasper Morris MW.