2009 Volnay Clos des Chenes
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Vanilla-sweet cherries and blueberries brightened by a note of cranberries. A little dusty. Sweet fruit carries through on the palate though it is rather light in the middle making the tannins a little dry on the finish. Perhaps it will fill out a bit. (JH)
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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(from a cooler spot featuring chalky white soil; picked five days after the Caillerets) Pungent aromas of black cherry, licorice and mint. Juicy and tightly wound, showing a less sophisticated texture than the Caillerets. Medicinal dark cherry is complicated by a creamy suggestion of dark chocolate. Finishes with slightly tough tannins that will need more elevage, not to mention time in bottle. This is evolving slowly.
About the producer
Bouchard Père & Fils is one of Burgundy’s oldest and most established wine producers. Founded in 1731 by Michel Bouchard, it is the largest vineyard owner in the Côte d’Or with 130 hectares of vines.