Unlike a prior bottle, this was delicious, balanced, ready to drink. Fifteen minutes after it was opened, the aromas began to bloom with a lovely combination of roses, mint, and sous bois. The mid-palate and finish were classic Volnay, with softened tannins and just enough acidity to go with our meal. It’s a mature wine, with some bricking and tertiary notes, and I doubt it can improve further. But another year in the cellar shouldn’t be a problem. I’m glad I have 2 more bottles.
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A pretty, and vibrant Volnay. tannins resolved, but still with plenty of fruit; tertiary flavors not yet dominant. My only bottle bought from the secondary market. I liked it very much.
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4/28/2024 - Thellie wrote: 92 Points
Unlike a prior bottle, this was delicious, balanced, ready to drink. Fifteen minutes after it was opened, the aromas began to bloom with a lovely combination of roses, mint, and sous bois. The mid-palate and finish were classic Volnay, with softened tannins and just enough acidity to go with our meal. It’s a mature wine, with some bricking and tertiary notes, and I doubt it can improve further. But another year in the cellar shouldn’t be a problem. I’m glad I have 2 more bottles.
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2/15/2024 - kaush Likes this wine:
A pretty, and vibrant Volnay. tannins resolved, but still with plenty of fruit; tertiary flavors not yet dominant. My only bottle bought from the secondary market. I liked it very much.
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1/24/2024 - hargy Likes this wine: 91 Points
a lovely volnay - not the most complex but delicious with a lovely balance to it - good for a few years yet
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3/3/2023 - Thellie wrote:
Volatile acidity, disappointing.
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12/18/2022 - Big Bad Voodoo Daddy wrote: 91 Points
Last bottle. Less expressive than that tasted six years ago, but still delicious.
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