2022, Maison Benjamin Leroux, VOLNAY, 1er Cru, 'Les Caillerets'The 2022 Volnay Les Caillerets 1er Cru contains more than two thirds whole bunches, which is barely discernible on the pure nose graced with superb mineralit. The palate is medium bodied with dark berry fruit. Here, one can tell the whole bunches contribution: a little stemmy, slightly Pommard like style with a bell pepper tinged finish. This will require time in bottle. 92 94 Neal Martin, Vinous (2023). Two thirds whole bunch and just 12. 5% here. A

but captures the luscious

88 Antonio Galloni

but now he has a parcel of Aux Charmes and the fruit from Mazoyères

95/100 Monica Larner

mineral profile of Les Preuses

nice balance

in contrast to the evident sunshine seen in Valmur and Vaudésir

The 2022 Les Pensees de Lafleur opens with striking aromatics

forest floor and eucalyptus over a core of blackberry preserves

The palate is clean and fresh with crunchy red fruit

So much nuance

Powerful tannins convey purity and precision