2019 Volnay Clos des Chenes
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The 2019 Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chênes is firmer and more austere, unwinding in the glass with scents of raspberries, plums and sweet soil tones. Medium to full-bodied, with chalky tannins and tangy acids, it will require a bit of patience.
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Neal Martin
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The 2019 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru has a tough time following from the more expressive Les Caillerets. This is very tight and contained, missing the same joie-de-vivre . The palate is medium-bodied with good grip and it is certainly the spiciest of Bitouzet-Prieur’s Volnay. Dark berry fruit tinged with tea leaf and bay, it meliorates towards the finish that feels harmonious and structured, though juxtaposing the two, the Les Caillerets has more charm.