Domaine Joseph Voillot Volnay Les Fremiets Premier Cru 2021 Red Wine - France

The 2021 Brouillards is a pale ruby hue and less forward initially but opens w... The 2021 Brouillards is a pale ruby hue and less forward initially but opens with time. There is a bit of reduction at first, but the wine is much more impressive on the palate, with somewhat imposing tannins and a marvelously lingering finish. The... more

Les Greves is named for its gravelly soils, which are based on limestone and p... Les Greves is named for its gravelly soils, which are based on limestone and provide excellent drainage for the vines. A lack of water and nutrients in the topsoil encourages deep root growth in order to reach hydration from the rock below. The soil... more

The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Les Millandes 1er Cru has impressive definition on ... The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Les Millandes 1er Cru has impressive definition on the nose with blackberry, raspberry and crushed limestone. The palate is very well balanced with quite saturated tannins, fine-boned and finessed with a touch of kirsch and... more

A blend of purchased fruit from Aux Combottes and Les Combottes, Felettig's 20... A blend of purchased fruit from Aux Combottes and Les Combottes, Felettig's 2020 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru is showing especially well, wafting from the glass with aromas of raspberries, rose petals and orange rind. Medium to full-bodied, floral and... more

The wine shows aromas and flavors of red berries, herbs, and purple flowers. T... The wine shows aromas and flavors of red berries, herbs, and purple flowers. The palate is rich with ripe fruit and medium weight with bright acidity and fine tannins. Aging in 30-60% new Burgundian piece brings notes of vanilla, toast, and baking... more

This Pouilly-Fuissé opens with creamy honeysuckle on the nose. A generous mou... This Pouilly-Fuissé opens with creamy honeysuckle on the nose. A generous mouthfeel complements a nice ripeness and intense richness with notes of gingerbread and flowers. The wine is ample, smooth and well balanced, with a vivid, spicy finish. With... more

A complete, savory Burgundian Pinot Noir from vines planted in the 1930s. With... A complete, savory Burgundian Pinot Noir from vines planted in the 1930s. Without question, 'Les Serpentières' is one of Savigny's most complex wines. It offers aromas of dark cherry, blueberry, light spice,and incense. Full-bodied, structured, yet... more

The 2021 Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru Aux Serpentières is a strong effort, min... The 2021 Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru Aux Serpentières is a strong effort, mingling aromas of sweet berries, plums, orange zest, rhubarb, peonies and spices in an inviting bouquet. Medium to full-bodied, ample and satiny, with a fleshy core of fruit,... more

The Ecusseaux Blanc from Jessiaume struck me as rich for an Auxey, particularl... The Ecusseaux Blanc from Jessiaume struck me as rich for an Auxey, particularly in 2021. There are ripe apple, quince, and pear aromas with baking spice accents. The texture has impressive density and extract, with plenty of acidity to carry it. Since... more

The old vines of this sunny Premier Cru give intense wines with stone fruit an... The old vines of this sunny Premier Cru give intense wines with stone fruit and Asian spice aromas. Enjoy with scallops, veal with creamy sauce or mature cheese. Elegant and concentrated premier cru that has the florality and acidity associated with... more

The domaine-owned parcel of Cents Vignes has delivered a lovely result in 2021... The domaine-owned parcel of Cents Vignes has delivered a lovely result in 2021, with a fairly deep ruby hue and aromas of ripe mulberry and peppery, earthy notes. The wine has only moderate density and weight, but the fruit character is sustained... more

A strikingly floral-suffused nose reflects additional notes of equally cool an... A strikingly floral-suffused nose reflects additional notes of equally cool and airy red cherry, raspberry and an admirably subtle touch of oak. There is more size, weight and power to the even more refined medium weight flavors that exhibit... more

The nose features fruity aromas of blackberry, strawberry and notes of mild sp... The nose features fruity aromas of blackberry, strawberry and notes of mild spices, tea and cocoa. Boasting extremely supple structure, this balanced wine has lovely, pleasing, velvety tannins. The finish is long and aromatic, reminiscent of the fruity... more

Again, there is a hint of menthol to the spicier and more floral-inflected dar... Again, there is a hint of menthol to the spicier and more floral-inflected dark berry fruit aromas that offer up background hints of Asian-style tea. There is a bit more energy to the focused and relatively powerful medium weight flavors that possess... more