Slightly gamey on the nose with a hint of violet flowers. Starts out red-fruited on the palate but over time develops a black fruit (dark cherry and blackcurrant) character. Some savoury feral and soy notes. Fresh acidity and firm structure, pretty grippy on the finish. Very enjoyable. ***
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Quite dense but limpid blood/ruby. Broad paler rim shows some bricking. Initially sulphurous nose soon blows off to reveal a slightly high-toned, vibrant, red-fruited nose. Intense sweet griotte fruit at the core, overlaid with oak spice, floral touches and a little sousbois. Mouth entry is round and full, with a silky texture underpinned by a firm tannic structure. Good balance and freshness, and a nice earthy tone offsetting the fruit. Finish is firm and sweet and of good length, but lacks sophistication. ***
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9/16/2012 - benhalton wrote:
Slightly gamey on the nose with a hint of violet flowers. Starts out red-fruited on the palate but over time develops a black fruit (dark cherry and blackcurrant) character. Some savoury feral and soy notes. Fresh acidity and firm structure, pretty grippy on the finish. Very enjoyable. ***
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4/23/2011 - Captain Haddock Likes this wine: 89 Points
This shows the vintage's power and the village's finesse, perfect now if you're looking for a reasonably straightforward mature volnay.
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1/1/2009 - HandPickedBurgundy wrote:
Quite dense but limpid blood/ruby. Broad paler rim shows some bricking. Initially sulphurous nose soon blows off to reveal a slightly high-toned, vibrant, red-fruited nose. Intense sweet griotte fruit at the core, overlaid with oak spice, floral touches and a little sousbois. Mouth entry is round and full, with a silky texture underpinned by a firm tannic structure. Good balance and freshness, and a nice earthy tone offsetting the fruit. Finish is firm and sweet and of good length, but lacks sophistication. ***
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