Joseph Voillot, Volnay Caillerets Size:6x750ml

Joseph Voillot, Volnay Caillerets Size:6x750ml(from a small . 14 ha parcel planted in 1984). Moderately prominent amounts of oak and menthol can be found on the spicy aromas of poached plum, lilac and dark raspberry. The sleek, refined and appealingly mineral laden flavors possess a more refined texture before culminating in a firm, serious and built to age finish. This well made effort will also need at least a few years of cellaring to soften as its presently relatively tightly wound.

Tasting through the different Hermitage vineyards (including Peleat

(91-94)/2028+

and a lemon-pith note bringing refreshment to the finish

This is really well-made wine with a production of only 829 cases

displaying raspberry and redcurrant aromas

Less classic than some

a little chewy

An interesting and equally fresh and ripe nose combines notes of black fruit coulis

velvety and opulent medium weight plus flavors are still notably youthful and muscular yet the abundant sap buffers the moderately firm tannic spine on the delicious

(from 3 separate parcels that aggregate only

and a hint of chocolate in the background

The 2013 vintage is characterized by a slightly more streamlined mouthfeel (which isn't saying much given the baseline enormity of these wines) with carefully etched aromas of black cherry