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93
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Red
Classification
Pinot Noir
Variety
2014
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
France
Country
Burgundy,
Region
13.5%
Alcohol %
15 Plus Years
Cellaring
Scores
93 / 100"The 2014 Volnay 1er Cru Clos des 60 Ouvrees, the domaine's 2.39-hectare monopole planted between 1954 and 1987, has a degree of transparency on the nose: blackberry and briary, cold flint and limestone, perhaps a touch of sea spray here. The definition is commendable. The palate is well balanced with supple tannin, very fine acidity and cohesion; it is a little high-toned compared to some of its peers, but with ample freshness and tension struck through the multi-layered finish. This is sure to be a long term Volnay"
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Tasting Notes
Here too a subtle touch of wood sets off the notably ripe and highly spiced aromas of plum, violet and gentle earth scents. There is a wonderfully refined and ultra-pure mouth feel to the well-delineated and concentrated middle weight flavors that are almost pungently stony, all wrapped in an intense and focused yet lacy finale that exhibits just a hint of youthful austerity. This is positively gorgeous and shows absolutely no ill effects from the hail. In a word lovely.