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 1er Cru is situated to the eastern extremities of the appellation, adjacent to Pommard on a chalk and powdery limestone subsoil. Produced from vines averaging 60-65 years old, this wine is aged for 14 months in 15% new oak. The nose is immediate and impressively inviting. Thick, sweet edged and forward, dominated by mulled black fruits, confiture, cherry and smoky spice. The tannins, appearing soft to begin, tighten up as the mouth develops, yet are never overpowering, as the fruit is just so thick and succulent. Freshness comes from a touch of citrus and cranberry on the finish, with distinct chalky minerality and a ripeness that just wells from the glass at every sip. One stunning wine!

Try with rack of lamb with Pinot Noir infused honey and rosemary sauce, or herbed lamb chops.

Aged for 14 months in 15% new oak

Jancis Robinson, 2022, 17.5 points "Cask sample. Mid cherry red. Chirpy, almost sweet, red fruit on the nose, just slightly peppery. Smooth and chewy in texture, surprisingly smooth and soft but there’s structure in the background. Deep, generous, refined. "