2011 - Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chenes, Jean-Marc Bouley

Country: France |
Region: Burgundy |
Appellation: Volnay |
Producer: Jean-Marc Bouley |
Classification: Premier Cru |
Colour: Red |
ABV: 13% |
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Tasting Notes

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Vinous Neal Martin - 01 May 19
The 2011 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru needs a tad more mineralité and terroir expression on the nose. It gradually responds to aeration to reveal autumn leaves and woodland scents, a touch of tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied with chewy tannin, just a little greenness surfacing towards the finish. Not bad, although I think Thomas Bouley has overseen better vintages recently. Tasted at Flint Wines Burgundy 2011 tasting.
Drinking Date: 2018 - 2028
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.