Domaine Blain-Gagnard - Volnay 1er Cru 'Les Pitures' 2023 (750ml) Southern Rhône

Domaine Blain-Gagnard - Volnay 1er Cru 'Les Pitures' 2023 (750ml) Southern RhôneWine Production Volnay Les Pitures 1er Cru is sits at the top of the hill between Clos des Ducs and Champans, two well known premier crus thanks to the Marquis dAngerville who owns and produces both. The marly limestone at the top of this hill is different from the rock at the bottom which is hard limestone. The soil gives a more robust Volnays, more Pommard in character. Tasting Notes Volnay is often described as silky and elegant but the wines can

but balanced and stylish too

Color: Ruby red

comes from vineyards planted on the gentle slopes facing the Mediterranean just a few kilometers inland from the sea

roasted almonds

rich and spicy blend of Swartland syrah

(Tasted: August 27

He lives in the house his ancestors built in 1741

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Sultry aromas of dense Asian spice

pleasant finish

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