Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots AOC 2022 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots AOC 2022 1500ml Magnum by Rémi Jobard

Colour & Appearance

Luminous, clear ruby red with garnet reflections that underscore the youthful freshness of the 2022 vintage. In magnum format, the wine displays particular brilliance and promises considerable ageing potential.

Nose

Fine, elegant aromatics with red cherries, raspberries and strawberries to the fore. These are complemented by floral notes of violets and a subtle minerality characteristic of Les Santenots. The restrained use of oak allows delicate spice nuances to shimmer through without dominating the fruit – precisely as Rémi Jobard intends.

Palate

Slender and precise, with silky tannins and a vibrant acidity structure. The red fruit continues on the palate, accompanied by stony minerality and fine spice. The wine already displays impressive complexity whilst remaining elegant and never heavy – a textbook example of modern, terroir-driven Burgundy.

Finish

Long and pure, with mineral resonance and persistent fruitiness. The fine-grained tannins leave a silky impression that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

Les Santenots is one of Burgundy’s most remarkable vineyard sites: geographically located in Meursault, yet classified for red wine under the Volnay Premier Cru appellation. The calcareous soils with pebbles impart particular tension and minerality to the Pinot Noir.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Pinot Noir, consistently aged in oak with only 20% new barriques and supplemented by 600-litre Stockinger barrels. Two winters‘ maturation on the lees, unfiltered bottling. This purist vinification allows the character of the terroir to shine through unadulterated.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with duck breast roasted pink, Coq au Vin, veal medallions with morels or aged Comté. The wine’s elegance also harmonises beautifully with tuna steak or mushroom risotto.

Special Features

The magnum format guarantees optimal ageing conditions and considerably extends the wine’s ageing potential. Rémi Jobard’s purist philosophy and the family tradition dating back to the 16th century are reflected in every sip.