Volnay 1er Cru - Les Caillerets - Henri Boillot - Volnay Premier Cru - Red Wine 2024 (75cl)

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Recognised as one of Volnay’s greatest climats, Les Caillerets embodies the quintessence of a 1er Cru: an exceptional wine where finesse and depth come together in masterful balance. Domaine Henri Boillot, a leading name in the Côte de Beaune, presents here an interpretation of absolute elegance, characterised by the aromatic precision and purity of fruit that define the estate’s style. The 2024 vintage, both sunny and balanced, reveals a wine of luminous intensity. The brilliant ruby colour gives way to a captivating bouquet of fresh red fruits — cherry, raspberry, redcurrant — intermingled with floral notes (rose, peony) and a smoky, mineral touch, characteristic of the stony terroir of Les Caillerets. On the palate, the wine unfolds with suppleness and refinement: fine tannins, a velvety texture, juicy fruit and just the right amount of acidity. The whole is remarkably harmonious, combining delicacy and intensity, with a long, chiselled and briny finish. The ageing process, masterfully handled with Henri Boillot’s customary skill (oak barrels used sparingly, never overpowering), emphasises the wine’s airy and precise character without compromising the freshness of the fruit. This Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets 2024 stands out as a model of balance: deep, distinguished, vibrant and possessing an almost feminine elegance. Already appealing in its youth thanks to its silky texture and aromatic purity, it will gain in complexity after 6 to 12 years’ ageing, revealing nuances of noble forest floor, truffle and delicate spices. It pairs perfectly with roast pigeon, Bresse poultry, a wild mushroom risotto or a veal tournedos.