Parcel: La Gigotte

Average age of the vines: 50 years

Exposition and soil: The “La Gigotte” lieu-dit is located on the lower half of the slope, with the top half of this parcel being designated as 1er Cru. These old vines produce a very low yield of highly concentrated Pinot Noir, with mature tannins and good acidity.

Vinification: The grapes are brought to the winery where the fruit is cold-soaked for 48 hours, 80% being whole cluster. The tanks are allowed to warm up naturally, slowly beginning the process of fermentation. The wine undergoes pump-overs once a day and punch-downs, twice a day. All of our wines undergo a traditional non-inoculated natural fermentation. The wine is then pressed, post-fermentation, and aged in French oak, 50% being new French oak, for 18 months.

Tasting notes: This wine provides a balance between the classic and elegant style of Volnay and the more tannic and structure found in other sites. The concentrated aromas of dark red fruits and slight floral notes are very distinctive to Volnay. The palate has depth of fruit and spice but the tannins are firm and well-balanced. The 18 months of aging in 50% new oak adds weight and complexity. This is a vintage that will age well for 10-15 years.