2010 - Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chenes, Michel Lafarge

Country: France |
Region: Burgundy |
Appellation: Volnay |
Producer: Michel Lafarge |
Classification: Premier Cru |
Colour: Red |
ABV: 13% |
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Tasting Notes

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Vinous Stephen Tanzer - 01 Mar 13
Medium red. Strong, slightly decadent aromas of redcurrant and dried rose. Broad, sweet and generous but also nicely supported by a serious spine of acidity and substantial ripe tannins. Very closed wine, not currently showing the verve or lift of the 2011, but strong on material.
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Volnay Fine Wine

Volnay

Volnay, in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, is famed for elegant, refined Pinot Noir wines with silky texture, aromatic complexity, and graceful ageing potential. These wines feature delicate flavours of red berries, like cherry and raspberry, with floral notes and subtle earth and spice. Though lacking Grand Cru vineyards, Premier Crus like Les Caillerets and Clos des Chênes are highly esteemed for their finesse and depth. Top producers include Domaine Michel Lafarge, Domaine Marquis d'Angerville, and Domaine Hubert de Montille, all dedicated to expressing Volnay's unique terroir.