2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties Pinot noir
Drinking Window 2030-2038
Classification Volnay Premier Cru
Region Champans
Soil The upper part of the parcel is limestone with light-brown soil; the lower part is more clay-rich, With brown-to-red soil.
Fermentation Vessels Alcoholic fermentation takes place mainly in large wooden vats.
Barrel Size 228
Production Details Parcel area 0.96 ha; stated production 5,200, with no unit specified; 50% whole-cluster vinification; 25% new barrels; maturation in 228 L pièces. The domaine reports organic viticulture since 1995, biodynamic practices since 2005, and Ecocert certification. Domaine-wide 2023 context: picking began on 31 August and continued for two weeks; this is not presented as a Champans-specific harvest interval.
Certifications Ecocert
Tasting Notes Jasper Morris: lighter ruby-purple; harmonious red-fruit and floral aromas; graceful, energetic palate; a temporary barrel accent on the finish; precise red-berry fruit and a broad, vibrant finish.
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties Pinot noir
Classification Volnay Premier Cru
Region Champans
Soil The upper part of the parcel is limestone with light-brown soil; the lower part is more clay-rich, With brown-to-red soil.
Fermentation Vessels Alcoholic fermentation takes place mainly in large wooden vats.
Barrel Size 228
Production Details Parcel area 0.96 ha; stated production 5,000, with no unit specified; 33% whole-cluster vinification; 30% new barrels; maturation in 228 L pièces. The domaine reports organic viticulture since 1995, biodynamic practices since 2005, and Ecocert certification. Domaine-wide 2022 context: harvest began during the final week of August; this is not presented as a Champans-specific picking date.
Certifications Ecocert
Tasting Notes Fresh red fruit, juicy cherry and gentle spices on the nose; already integrated tannins, exceptional length, and an approachable initial profile backed by power and majesty that merit cellaring.
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2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties Pinot noir
Classification Volnay Premier Cru
Region Champans
Soil The upper part of the parcel is limestone with light-brown soil; the lower part is more clay-rich, With brown-to-red soil.
Fermentation Vessels Alcoholic fermentation takes place mainly in large wooden vats.
Barrel Size 228
Production Details Parcel area 0.96 ha; stated production 2,700, with no unit specified; 33% whole-cluster vinification; 30% new barrels; maturation in 228 L pièces. The domaine reports organic viticulture since 1995, biodynamic practices since 2005, and Ecocert certification.
Certifications Ecocert
Tasting Notes Charming aromas of cherry, white pepper, thyme and undergrowth; already supple tannins; admirable depth; and an evanescent peppery perfume on the finish.
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2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties Pinot noir
Drinking Window 2025-2040
Classification Volnay Premier Cru
Region Champans
Soil The upper part of the parcel is limestone with light-brown soil; the lower part is more clay-rich, With brown-to-red soil.
Fermentation Vessels Alcoholic fermentation takes place mainly in large wooden vats.
Barrel Size 228
Production Details Parcel area 0.96 ha; stated production 4,200, with no unit specified; 50% whole-cluster vinification; 30% new barrels; maturation in 228 L pièces. The domaine reports organic viticulture since 1995, biodynamic practices since 2005, and Ecocert certification. Domaine-wide 2020 context: harvest began on 20 August in Volnay and Pommard; the sheet does not establish that date as the complete Champans harvest.
Certifications Ecocert
Tasting Notes Neal Martin, December 2021: highly perfumed and floral, with iris, violet, blueberry and raspberry; medium-bodied, fresh and vibrant, with fine tannins, a firm almost Pommard-like structure, a lightly chalky character and good length.
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Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2017 / 750ml | CHF 1,189.10Recorded amount · package unit unverified | vinpark.ch ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
Rue du Pied de la Vallée 21, 21190 Volnay, France
Phone
+33 3 80 21 39 14
Email
Owner
Etienne de Montille
Cellarmaster
Brian Sieve