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Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets by Jean-Marc Bouley 2016

Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets

by Jean-Marc Bouley 2016

Producer : Jean-Marc Bouley

Region : Burgundy (France), France (France)

Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750ml

Food Pairing : Cured Meat, Ham, Lard, Red Meat, Suckling Pig, Vegetables

Tasting Notes

"The 2016 Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets was not touched by frost this vintage according to winemaker Thomas Bouley. It has a very focused, energetic bouquet that unfurls with alacrity in the glass, offering more black fruit than red and subtle earthy/loamy tones. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, a crisp line of acidity, bright and tensile with just a little attenuation on the finish that I am sure will not be there once in bottle. Give this 3 or 4 years in bottle and you will have a quintessential Caillerets."
91-93 points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Dec 2017

Specs

Bottles Per Case 6 Pack
Point Score 93
Bottle Size 750ml
Producer Jean-Marc Bouley
Region Burgundy (France), France (France)
Alcohol 12.5% alc./vol.
Style Subtle & fruity
Vintage 2016
Farming Method Traditional
Grapes 100% Pinot Noir
Food Pairing Cured Meat, Ham, Lard, Red Meat, Suckling Pig, Vegetables
Descriptors Fruity
Wine Type Red
Wood Presence Oaked
Body Medium
Price of Case $1, 104.00

The Producer

Jean-Marc Bouley

Thomas Bouley collaborates closely with his father, Jean-Marc, at their estate in Volnay. With nearly two decades of experience in the family trade, Thomas has skillfully garnered the attention of prominent wine critics for the domaine in the Côte de Beaune. Recognized early on as one of the region's most promising Pinot Noir talents, Thomas has not only met but exceeded these expectations.

The majority of their vineyards are situated in Volnay, with smaller parcels extending into neighbouring villages such as Pommard and around Beaune. Pinot Noir takes centre stage, receiving meticulous attention. Thomas has achieved an impressive quality hierarchy, skillfully showcasing the diversity of the Volnay terroir. The meticulous work of his team in the vineyards, spread across 29 different plots covering eight hectares, is crucial. They blend traditional vineyard practices with modern technology, striving to produce wines that exude elegance, rich fruit, and balance when young, yet also possess aging potential.

Thomas and his team adhere to organic farming practices. This includes environmentally conscious measures such as allowing weeds to grow in winter to regulate humidity and avoiding synthetic agents. The result is a labour-intensive process with a healthy reduction in yield. Thomas integrates cosmic rhythms and employs biodynamic viticulture methods for tasks like pruning and filling the vines.

Frequently lauded for his wood usage in winemaking, Thomas ages and matures his wines in oak for 15 to 20 months, depending on the vintage. The percentage of new barrels varies according to the vintage's needs but never exceeds 50%, aligning with his stylistic preference characterized by fruit, elegance, and energy.

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