2020 Marchand & Burch Volnay Fremiets Premier Cru
$213.00
The Volnay Premier Cru Les Fremiets climat lies at the northern end of the territory of Volnay, adjacent to Pommard; the vine age is on average 35 years. As such, this wine presents an alluring duality of terroir. It possesses the floral, delicate aromatics of Volnay while gaining power, structure, and savoury undertones from its proximity to Pommard.
A wine that displays the balanced ripeness of the vineyard, the profundity of the commune, and superb cellaring potential.
Bourgogne, France
TASTING NOTE
Vintage
Ploughed by horse, hand-picked and pruned, this vineyard is treated with the utmost attention and care due to the delicate nature of its clay-based soil profile, instilling the wine with a certain level of polish and poise you can truly taste. Aromas of sour cherry, charred toast, damp earth, violets, and cured meat rise from the glass forming an immediately alluring bouquet that hints at the concentration and complexity to come. Plush texture and briary fruit glide across the midpalate, elegantly transitioning towards savoury tones of chocolate and crushed rocks as it progresses. Velvety tannin and fine acidity caress the back of the palate leading to an elongated finish with notes of bramble, coffee and fruit cake lingering long after the first sip.
Food Match
Enjoy alongside spring beet and arugula salad with honey Dijon pork tenderloin.
Recommended Cellaring
Drink now or cellar for up to 15 years.
Variety Details
Pinot Noir
Winemaker
Pascal Marchand
