Domaine des Nugues - Moulin-à-Vent 2022
92/100
James Suckling
90/100
Decanter
90/100
Vinous
“‘A chalky texture and a mineral finish’ (Decanter)”
“A well-balanced, precise, and juicy Gamay, with aromas of cherries, candied raspberries, stone, and leaves on the nose. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins. Succulent and crisp, with a precise succession of juicy wild berries and a lively, flavorful finish.” (James Suckling 2025)
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Eye
Deep ruby color
Nose
With notes of dark fruit and spices
Palate
Delicate, lingering tannins with a lovely finish
Serve
At 15°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with veal stew, filet mignon, rabbit with mustard, salted pork with lentils, pasta with morel mushrooms...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)
About the estate:
Gilles Gelin is part of a new generation of Beaujolais winemakers who produce a substantial volume of wines of impeccable quality. In the 2016 vintage, we noticed a shift in the wines’ style, becoming more delicate, with a more refined aromatic profile. This style is confirmed in 2017. The wines are medium-bodied, with just the right balance. They’re reliable and a pleasure to drink. What more could you ask for?
Decanter
Wine rated (2025 guide) 90/100
About the wine:
Full-bodied and tannic, with aromas of ripe strawberries, crisp cranberries, and nutmeg. The oak dominates at first, but the wine then balances out to reveal a harmonious fruitiness, offset by refreshing acidity, a chalky texture, and a mineral finish.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
3-star rated estate (High-quality production)
About the estate:
The son and grandson of winemakers, Gérard Gelin acquired Clos des Nugues in 1976, before going into partnership with his son Gilles. Located in northern Beaujolais, on the border of the Moulin-à-Vent, Fleurie, and Morgon appellations, the estate now covers nearly 30 hectares. The average age of the vines is around 45 years, with some Gamay vines even over a century old.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2020 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
Located at the crossroads of the wine regions, the Gelin family primarily produces Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages wines. A few plots in Morgon (1 hectare) and Fleurie (6 hectares) round out a range that spans from VDF to homemade crème de cassis. The wines resemble their creator, Gilles Gelin: rich in color with fruity tannins, they reveal their character over time. His white is a reliable Chardonnay in Beaujolais-Villages, which he continues to plant on suitable land. His Gamay version showcases the excellence of the Lancié terroir when cultivated with controlled yields.
Vinous
Wine rated (2025 guide) 90/100
About the wine:
The 2022 Moulin-à-Vent had a more subdued nose than the Fleurie, making it difficult to appreciate. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, assertive, and exuberant, with rich tannins and a hint of spice on the finish. Best enjoyed within the next five to seven years.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
A well-balanced, precise, and juicy Gamay, with aromas of cherries, candied raspberries, stone, and leaves on the nose. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins. Succulent and crisp, with a distinct sequence of juicy wild berries and a lively, flavorful finish. Ready to drink now.
Customer rating
(2020 vintage)
4/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. ANDRE C. Posted on 11/06/2024
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