Delineated yet intense, lifted yet caressing, linear yet balanced, this benchmark Volnay bottling dwells in captivating opposites; it’s an age-worthy wine of outstanding beauty. Pure red and blue fruits dance out of the glass, supported by eucalyptus, crushed river rocks, violet petals, melted chocolate, peppery exotic spices and warm earth. A sturdy mineral core and vibrant acidity propel this ’15 Volnay across the palate, studding the cheeks with polished, fine-grained tannins. You’ll want to wait to enjoy this structured wine--it’ll show its true beauty with about five years of aging. This cuvée culls from the estate’s nine acres of Volnay Caillerets parcels sporting limestone and clay soils; the grapes ferment in small vats for about two weeks, and the wine ages in barrels (60 to 85% new) for ten to eighteen months.
- Country: France
- Region: Burgundy
- Vineyard: Aux Reignots
Maison Bouchard Père & Fils is one of Burgundy’s oldest wine merchant houses, founded in 1731. This amazing house produces more than 100 different wines including twelve classified as Grand Crus, and astounding 74 different Premier Crus. Philippe Prost, known as the Conductor Of the Bouchard Cellars, arrived in the late 1970s and has been working his winemaking magic every since. Philippe is an absolute perfectionist, a vigneron known for his meticulous attention to detail; he produces wines of balance, finesse, texture and elegance. This domaine owns 320 acres spread across the Côte de Beaune; owned by Joseph Henriot since 1995, Bouchard Père & Fils maintains its well-earned reputation for crafting traditional, terroir-driven Burgundies.
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