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Presentation
Volnay is one of the renowned village appellations in the Côte de Beaune, located just south of Pommard. It is reputed for its supple, elegant wines that are often considered "feminine" as opposed to its neighbour Pommard, which has a reputation for its powerful, structured, "masculine" wines.
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Terroir
Brown calcareous clay soil
Winemaking
Handpiking, sorting of the grapes at the winery.
Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21 days.
Aging in oak barrels (20 to 30% new barrels) for 14 to 16 months.
Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21 days.
Aging in oak barrels (20 to 30% new barrels) for 14 to 16 months.
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Advice
Serving
Serve at 15-16°C (59-61°F).
Aging potential: 3 to 5 years and more.
Aging potential: 3 to 5 years and more.
Tasting
Very elegant nose redolent of red fruit (cherry, raspberry...), which will evolve over the years toward notes of mild spices and a touch of cinnamon. Soft, elegant and generous on the palate, this wine boasts lovely structure and a long, intensely fruity finish.
Food pairings
Roasted or braised red and white meats
Medium cheeses
Medium cheeses
