Volnay

1er Cru Champans

The name "Champans" probably seems to come from "Champ en Pente (slope)" or "sur une pente (slope)".

A dream vintage which offers generous volumes and superb quality. Water is a major player during the winter which allows the vines to build up their reserves before a particularly hot and dry summer. Favored by a mild spring, flowering took place perfectly with beautiful and numerous clusters. No major climatic incident hampers the growing cycle. The harvest, which was in impeccable health, took place from August 27 to September 15.

Vineyard

Terroir located mid-slope and sheltered from the wind by the village. Limestone brown soil with relatively little clay, sitting on a pearly slab. The slight slope and the gravel cover allow good drainage and uniform maturity of the grapes. Great value terroir.

Wine-Growing method : Sustainable
Harvest: 100 % manual

Sol : Limestone brown soil with relatively little clay.

surface
Production area
11,19 ha
altitude
Altitude
250-260 m
age
Average age of vines
50

Vinification

100% Pinot Noir

At their arrival in our cellar, the grapes are carefully sorted in order to keep only the healthy grapes at an optimal ripeness
100 % destemed grappes

Alcoholic fermentation in open vats: 21 days

17 months (whose 4 months in stainless steel tank)
100 % oak barrels (whose 20% of new oak)

13,40% vol.

Tasting

Tasting note

This wine reveals aromas of red fruits on the nose, notably cherry and blackberry, enhanced by floral notes. There are also spicy touches of pepper and licorice, enhanced with delicate woody nuances.

Food pairings

Ideal with quail skewers, beef stew or oven-roasted duck.

temperature
Serving
temperature

17-19°C

date
Should be drunk between

2022-2032