VOLNAY

(from a .60 ha parcel). A more restrained nose only grudgingly reveals its aromas of black pinot fruit, cinnamon, anise, exotic tea and cassis nuances. There is a beguiling texture to the energetic and overtly mineraldriven medium weight flavors that also display moderate austerity on the lingering finish that isn’t dry though there is a touch of asperity to it. My score assumes that this will eventually dissipate though it may require a few years first. 2020+ Rating: 90 Allen Meadows, www.Burghound.com (Apr 2015)

Bright, dark red. Extremely complex nose combines black raspberry, minerals and subtle soil tones plus a suggestion of almost honeyed sweetness. Plush, sappy and utterly seamless, but with lively floral and mineral high notes contributing to an impression of outstanding cut and energy. Extremely classy wine with great thrust and peppery persistence. This was 12.2% potential alcohol chaptalized to 13%. One of the most promising 2013s I tasted from the Côte de Beaune in November. Drinking range: 2022 - 2035 Rating: 92-095 Stephen Tanzer, www.vinousmedia.com (Jan 2015)

The 2013 Volnay 1er Cru Caillerets, which sees 50% new wood, has a floral, slightly candied bouquet with orange-sorbet scents infusing the mixture of red and black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp tannins, quite fine and tense, with a precise finish that neatly carries the oak. This is probably the best of the Volnay ‘13 from the domaine this year. Drinking range: 2018 - 2030 Rating: 90-92 Neal Martin, www.vinous.com (Dec 2014)