2018 Volnay Mitans
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The 2018 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is rather muted on the nose despite coaxing, hints of red cherry, bay leaf and missing real fruit intensity, which is surprising in this vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with dry tannins. Dark berry fruit and Earl Grey and bay leaf towards the finish. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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Aromas of raspberries and cherries mingle with rose petals, violets and raw cocoa in a fragrant bouquet, introducing the 2018 Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans, a medium to full-bodied, supple and inviting wine that's ripe but succulent, built around melting tannins and juicy acids. This is a charming, front-loaded Mitans that will offer a wide drinking window.
A little whole bunch, approx 10%. Barrel sample. Dark-fruited and elegant nose. A touch peppery but with a dark restraint at the moment. Sweeter fruited on the palate than on the nose, creamy texture, caressing and round but with lovely freshness. Juicy but dry at the same time, terrific freshness and persistence in a baby wine. (JH)