- 50+ year old vines
- Limestone close to the surface of the steep slope
- 280m altitude
- De-stemmed
- Indigenous yeast
- Aged in a 1 year-old barrel
- 1 barrel made
- Unfined and unfiltered
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2023
Country:
France
Region:
Burgundy
Appellation:
Volnay
Variety:
Pinot Noir
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Magnum | FR-CLG-34-23M | 3/1500ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Vinous
Score
93-95
Date
2025-01-09
"The 2023 Volnay En Champans 1er Cru, from vines planted on their own stakes (échalas), is limited to one (new) barrel and includes 100% stems. The new oak is seamlessly assimilated on the nose, very intense with dark berry fruit, cracked black pepper and a touch of cola. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, fresh and saline with redcurrant and cranberry fruit, caressing and harmonious toward the finish. Stems here are remarkably well-integrated—just an outstanding Volnay, albeit in miniscule quantities. This will only be bottled en magnum."