2009 Volnay Champans
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The 2009 Volnay Champans flows across the palate with the grace of a ballerina. An exotic bouquet melds into expressive red berries, flowers, tobacco and spices. Clean, chalky notes frame the long, beautifully articulated finish. The tension and sheer energy here is fabulous.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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The 2009 Volnay Champans flows across the palate with the grace of a ballerina. An exotic bouquet melds into expressive red berries, flowers, tobacco and spices. Clean, chalky notes frame the long, beautifully articulated finish. The tension and sheer energy here is fabulous. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2029. Etienne de Montille’s 2009 reds have developed beautifully since I last tasted them about six months ago. De Montille was among the very first growers to harvest in 2009. At the outset de Montille’s 2009s were a bit awkward, but today they have come together better than I expected. Importer: Martin Scott Wines, Little Neck, NY; tel. (516) 327-0808
(two-thirds vendange entier ): Moderately saturated medium red. Superripe, slightly earthy aromas of red fruits, blackberry, rust and pepper. Sweet, fat and deep, managing good flavor definition for a wine with such pliant texture. The edgy peppery quality from the stems nicely frames the red fruits on the fresh, firmly tannic finish.
The 2009 Volnay Champans is a fresh, floral wine graced with delicate layers of red fruit. This shows good weight and depth in a medium-bodied, accessible style. The Champans was made with 67% whole clusters.
About the producer
Volnay’s Domaine de Montille is one of the most historic in the Côte d’Or. Founded in 1730, the property remains family-owned and run, with Etienne de Montille – the ninth generation – at the helm today.