Volnay Taillepieds, Domaine de Montille 2021

The 2021 Volnay Taillepieds 1er Cru has a touch of reduction on the nose, but it does not occlude the complex red berry fruit, crushed stone or shucked oyster shell scents that develop in the glass. Very nuanced and focused. The palate is well balanced with a patina of oak, though it is simpatico with the fruit. Beautifully balanced with a wonderfully sapid finish, this evinces clever winemaking. One of the best wines in the flight of Volnays. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting. (Drink between 2026-2048)

The paler side of crimson. Cherry is the prevailing flavour in a beguiling bouquet. The palate is full of energy, there is a touch of white pepper in support of the fruit, suggesting some whole bunches, but this has been beautifully made. A long and classy finish.