Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru AOC 2022

Wine Description for Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru AOC 2022 by Darviot-Perrin

Colour & Appearance

Luminous, medium ruby red with cherry-red core and brilliant clarity. The wine displays the typical transparency of an elegant Burgundy Pinot Noir with youthful freshness in the glass.

Nose

Seductive and complex on the nose with red cherries, raspberries and strawberries. Beneath these unfold fine notes of violets, undergrowth and a hint of cinnamon. Burgundian elegance reveals itself in subtle spice notes and a mineral freshness reminiscent of damp limestone.

Palate

On the palate, the special vineyard site reveals itself: power meets finesse. The silky tannins are perfectly integrated, the texture smooth yet precise. Red fruits dominate, accompanied by cherry notes and a spicy component. The vibrant acidity lends the wine tension and drinkability – typical of the 2022 vintage. Despite the 13.5% alcohol, the wine never feels heavy, remaining elegant and balanced.

Finish

Medium to long finish with persistent fruit and fine minerality. The tannins remain present but refined, leaving behind an appetising, slightly saline aftertaste.

Terroir & Origin

Volnay-Santenots is a special case: the vineyard site is geographically located in Meursault, yet may be declared as Volnay Premier Cru. The limestone-rich soils with high stone content give the wine its characteristic minerality and structure. The old vines of Darviot-Perrin produce concentrated wines that are never over-extracted.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Pinot Noir from old vines, organically farmed since Pierre-Antonin’s takeover in 2019. Traditional Burgundy winemaking with respectful handling of the harvest and moderate oak use that does not mask the fruit.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Excellent with duck breast roasted pink, Coq au Vin, beef braised or aged Comté. Also an excellent choice with mushroom dishes such as porcini risotto or tuna steak.

Special Features

Hailing from one of Burgundy’s most interesting vineyard sites, this Premier Cru combines the power of Volnay with the finesse of Meursault. The organic certification and the signature of the new generation make this wine particularly exciting.