Benjamin Leroux Volnay 2021

This year's Benjamin Leroux Volnay 2021 is a blend sourced from younger vines in the 1er Cru Mitans and Les Grands Poisots, a village lieu-dit adjacent to Pommard, in the absence of La Gigotte. Leroux exercised minimal intervention, employing just a pinch of whole bunch, selecting the best clusters during sorting.

The 2021 vintage reflects Leroux's adept winemaking, presenting a wine that is notably pretty, aromatic, and perfumed. The tannins are gentle, seamlessly integrated into a voluptuous texture, resulting in a pleasing and flavorful profile. Leroux reaffirms his mastery of Volnay, delivering another impressive release.

Benjamin Leroux follows a hands-off winemaking philosophy, allowing each grape to express its unique character. Innovations such as whole-cluster fermentation and a nuanced aging process showcase a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity.

With 8 hectares and an additional 20 hectares of purchased grapes, Leroux's domaine accommodates Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Aligoté. Certified organic and biodynamic methods are employed in the domaine's vineyards, emphasizing sustainability.

Up to 30% of red grapes undergo fermentation with whole clusters, enhancing complexity. Ambient yeast fermentation, timed pumpovers, and punch downs ensure a gentle extraction of flavors. The reds age in foudres or barrels with minimal new oak, and minimal fining or filtration is applied.

This 2021 release, drawing from Mitans and Les Grands Poisots, is a straightforward yet elegant wine. It offers a nuanced, perfumed nose, an elegant palate with well-balanced acidity, and a lingering finish, showcasing Leroux's expertise in winemaking