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Olivier Leflaive Frères Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Angles 2020

91 points
Vinous

About

High perched on the Côte de Beaune, narrow and steep to leave all the vines comfortable, Volnay is backed by a small mountain, forming a slight bend in the general orientation of the slopes: from the east to the south-east. The typicality of the vineyard was affirmed from the 18th century. This Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée established in 1937 is accompanied by Volnay-Santenots produced in Meursault.

Terroir

Located on the upper level of the appellation, this climate, well exposed to the south-east, is generally quite early at harvest time. The sloping brown limestone soil is shallow in places.

Vinification

The grapes are grown sustainably in clay-limestone and clay-silt soils. 100% Pinot Noir. 100% destemmed berries. Alcoholic fermentations in open vats for 21 days. 16 months ( 4 months in stainless steel tank) 100% in oak barrels (22% new oak)

Tasting Notes

Fruity wine with notes of pepper and spices. The palate is generous and structured.

Food Pairing

Pairs very well with meat: Beef in sauce, stuffed quail, lamb fillet and reduced juice.

Appellation

Volnay 1er Cru

Vineyard

Clos des Angles

Winemaker

Solène Panigai

Sizes Available

750 ML

Awards & Recognition

91 points
Vinous

The 2020 Volnay Clos des Angles ler Cru initially comes across as a little unfocused on the nose, though it improves with light orange rind and black cherry scents. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, lightly spiced, and grippy tannins. A touch of brine and sea salt appears toward the Pommard-like finish, requiring time to absorb the generous layering of new oak. Nicely focused and with just the right level of bitterness, this should age well. Tasted blind at the Burgest tasting.

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