Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
D'Angerville
Label Name:
 
Volnay 1er Cru Clos Des Ducs
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Burgundy (Côte de Beaune)
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Method:
 
Biodynamic viticulture; native-yeast fermentation, gentle extraction, aged 15–18 months in French oak (approx. 25–30% new).
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
15-17
Tasting Note:
 
Perfumed red fruits (cherry, raspberry), blackcurrant, violets, pressed iris, truffle and crushed stone; bright, tangy acidity with powdery yet grippy tannins and a long mineral finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Roast duck, beef short ribs, mushroom risotto, coq au vin; Asian: Peking duck, miso-glazed salmon, char siu pork, grilled shiitake with soy/ginger.
Vineyard Info:
 
Domaine Marquis d'Angerville is a historic family estate in Volnay; Clos des Ducs is their 2.15 ha monopole on upper Volnay, managed biodynamically under Guillaume d'Angerville.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Wine Advocate (William Kelley) 94–96; Vinous (Neal Martin) 96–98; Decanter 95; multiple retailer tasting notes (consistently highly scored)