2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window 8–12 years
Classification Volnay Premier Cru AOC
Region Volnay
Soil Shallow clay-limestone loam with a rocky surface over limestone bedrock
Elevation 240.0 meters
Orientation Southeast
Vine Age Planted in 1987
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks for alcoholic fermentation; French-oak barrels for malolactic fermentation and maturation
Pressing Method Gentle Pressing After Maceration
Maceration 20 days
Oak Details 50% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak50%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Hand harvested and completely destemmed; macerated for 20 days with cap punching once or twice daily, gently pressed, fermented in stainless steel, then racked to French-oak barrels for malolactic fermentation and 18 months of maturation, with 50% new oak. Recommended service is 16–18°C, with about 30 minutes of decanting when young.
Food Pairing Roasted or sauced white meats; roast chicken; pork tenderloin; guinea fowl with mushrooms; duck with orange sauce; Brie, Camembert or Reblochon; roasted vegetables or gratins