Silky, perfumed Volnay from the famed premier cru “Les Santenots,” a site in Meursault that is classified as Volnay for red wines. The nose shows red cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry with hints of rose, sweet spice, and subtle earth. The palate is supple and graceful with a fine chalky line, seamless acidity, and a long, elegant finish.
Vineyard and Vinification
• Appellation: Volnay 1er Cru, “Les Santenots”
• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2021
• Farming and style: Minimal intervention to preserve purity and finesse
• Fermentation: Traditional, gentle extraction
• Élevage: French oak with a light touch of new wood
• Serving temperature: 14 to 16 °C
• Cellaring: Now through 2032
Tasting Profile
Red berries, rose petal, and fine spice. Silky texture, polished tannins, fresh acidity, and a precise mineral finish.
Food Pairings
Roast chicken with herbs, duck breast, veal in jus, mushroom dishes, and soft cheeses.
Quick Take
A benchmark Santenots that marries Volnay charm with Meursault limestone drive. Perfumed, poised, and beautifully textured.
