($35, Esprit du Vin): Though the Hautes Côtes de Nuits, the higher, less well-situated land just west of the Côte d’Or, is a rather down-market appellation, it can be the place to fine authentic Burgundy, especially from a dedicated producer such as Domaine Dominique Guyon.  Dominique founded his eponymous domaine in 1980 with about 55 acres in the Hautes Côtes.  It is separate and distinct from the famous, well-known family property, Domaine Antonin Guyon, which founded by his grandfather and which Dominique also runs.  The vineyard, Les Dames de Vergy, lies just outside of Nuits St. Georges, which likely explains why the wine has a bit of the  “wildness” I associate with that appellation.  Along with a ripe plumpness, the wine delivers a charming rusticity and provides immediate enjoyment along side a quickly grilled hanger steak.  It is a well-priced honest Burgundy.
90 Michael Apstein Jun 16, 2015