Volnay 1er Cru „La Gigotte“ AOC 2022

Wine description for the Volnay 1er Cru "La Gigotte" AOC 2022 from Darviot-Perrin

Colour & appearance

Bright ruby red with brilliant reflections, the typical transparency of a classic Volnay. The youthful freshness of the 2022 vintage is evident in the glass with lively clarity.

Nose

Seductively elegant bouquet with red currants, Raspberries and Cherry jam. Underneath fine floral notes of Violets and Rose, complemented by subtle echoes of Clove and moist soil. The nose breathes freshness and precision.

Palate

The characteristic finesse of Volnay is evident on the palate: silky-smooth texture with lively acidity and fine-grained tannins. Red fruits dominate, underpinned by mineral nuances and a hint of Undergrowth. The wine balances effortlessly between power and elegance without ever appearing heavy. The 13.5% alcohol is perfectly integrated.

Departure

Persistent and precise with lingering fruit flavours and fine spice. The minerality carries far, the tannins remain silky and promise good ageing potential.

Terroir & origin

La Gigotte is located on the middle slope of Volnay and benefits from chalky soils that give the wine its characteristic elegance and minerality. The old Darviot-Perrin vines in this Premier Cru site produce concentrated but never over-extracted grapes.

Grape variety & vinification

100% Pinot Noir from organically farmed vineyards. Since Pierre-Antonin Darviot took over the family winery in 2019, the work has been consistently organic. Vinification is carried out traditionally with a long maceration period, while ageing in French oak barrels gives the wine structure without dominating the fruit.

Food recommendations

Fits perfectly with coq au vin, Roast duck breast pink, Veal medallions with morels or matured Époisses. Also to Tuna steak or Mushroom risotto an excellent choice.

Special features

From a family business that was only founded in 1989, but quickly rose to become one of Burgundy's elite thanks to its excellent vineyards. The generational handover to Pierre-Antonin brings a breath of fresh air and a consistent organic philosophy.