2019 Volnay Carelle Sous la Chapelle
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Semi-firm tannins with plenty of acidic zest on the palate and crunchy cherry fruit. More black fruit than red, it seems to me. Lots of density. It's certainly a good advert for Pinot's ageability. (RH)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
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Mingling notes of cherries and berries with spices, forest floor and creamy new oak, the 2019 Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle is medium to full-bodied, lively and enveloping, with powdery structuring tannins, bright acids and a lively finish. Charming and supple, this will offer a comparatively broad drinking window.
The 2019 Volnay En Carelle Sous La Chapelle 1er Cru is matured in 20% new oak and is completely de-stemmed. It offers darker fruit compared to the Volnay Village with raspberry, wild strawberry and cranberry. Hints of briary and sous-bois develope in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with a vibrant entry, veins of blood orange suffusing the bright red fruit with a slightly chalky textured finish. Very good tension throughout this Volnay that should give 15-20 years of drinking pleasure.
20% new oak. Clay (40%) and limestone (60%) and quite big rocks. Cask sample. Bright crimson. Pretty aromatic again. Very juicy and sweet with a little fresh spine and marked acidity. Firm finish. (JR)