Domaine Joseph Voillot

This domaine has been producing wine now for five generations, but it is since the present owner, Jean Pierre Charlot, son-in-law of Joseph Voillot, took control that it has moved into the league of serious wine producers. The domaine consists of 10ha of vineyards, with holdings in the top vineyards of both Volnay and Pommard, including some prized sites in several 1er Crus. The grapes are partially destemmed and the wines matured in oak barrels (20-35% new) for 12-18 months.

This impressive and muscular Pinot comes from 4 plots totalling 1.2ha ( Cras, Poisots, Saussilles and Vaumuriens ) that lead down from the village along a gentle slope of red soil and clay that neighbours the 1er cru of Clos Blanc. The average age of the vines is 50-60 years The deep colour is apparent, as is the rich, robust and sweet edged nose, all red fruits and mulling spices. The palate is impressively textured, showing an iron/earthy grip that perfectly balances the broodingly powerful and concentrated cranberry, pomegranate and cherry liqueur fruit, all bound in sweet seasoned oak. The sinew and tension within the wine is supported by a freshness that gives lift and a sensation of perfect texture and hold. Really very, very good!

Try with roast duck with redcurrant jus, seasonal greens and chive butter potatoes.