Volnay 1er Cru „La Gigotte“ AOC 2022

Wine Description for Volnay 1er Cru „La Gigotte“ AOC 2022 by Darviot-Perrin

Colour & Appearance

Luminous ruby red with cherry-red centre, medium intensity and brilliant clarity – typical of the elegant Pinots from Volnay. The wine displays the youthful freshness of the 2022 vintage.

Nose

Captivating clarity and precision: red cherries, raspberries and strawberries dominate, underpinned by fine notes of violets and rose petals. With aeration, subtle hints of undergrowth, cloves and a discreet minerality reminiscent of wet limestone emerge.

Palate

Silky and smooth on the attack, with a remarkable balance between fruit and structure. The red berry fruit continues, accompanied by a lively yet unobtrusive acidity. The tannins are fine-grained and perfectly integrated – this is classic Volnay elegance. Medium body at 13.5% alcohol, never feeling heavy.

Finish

Persistent and refined, with lovely freshness and a lingering echo of red fruits and mineral notes. The length promises good ageing potential.

Terroir & Origin

La Gigotte lies in the heart of Volnay, one of the finest Premier Cru vineyard sites. The parcel benefits from chalky soils and optimal south-easterly exposure, producing wines of remarkable finesse – less powerful than Pommard, but with greater elegance and fragrance.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Pinot Noir from old vines. Since Pierre-Antonin Darviot took over in 2019, the estate has been certified organic. Traditional vinification with natural yeasts and moderate oak use that does not overpower the fruit.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Excellent with Coq au Vin, roasted duck with cherry sauce, veal medallions or aged Comté. Also an excellent choice with mushroom dishes and pink roasted lamb loin.

Special Features

A wine that bears the hallmark of the new generation: precise, clear, organic. The old vines from Geneviève Perrin’s dowry lend particular depth. Accessible now, but will become even more complex over the next 3-5 years.