Benjamin Leroux Volnay 1er Cru 'Clos de la Cave des Ducs'

Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Graphite

Notes of: Sour Cherry

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Black Pepper

Benjamin Leroux

Benjamin Leroux Volnay 1er Cru 'Clos de la Cave des Ducs'

France, Burgundy

Red wine

4.8

Expert Rating

4.4

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Price not available

WINE DESCRIPTION

Benjamin Leroux Volnay 1er Cru 'Clos de la Cave des Ducs' is a premium red wine produced by Benjamin Leroux, a renowned winemaker in Burgundy. The wine comes from the Volnay 1er Cru appellation, which is known for producing some of the finest Pinot Noir wines in the world. The vineyard features limestone-rich soils and a south-east facing slope, which provides optimal sun exposure for the grapes. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in French oak barrels. The result is a complex and elegant wine with aromas of red fruit, spices, and earthy notes. The wine has a silky texture and a long finish, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or pairing with fine cuisine.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Benjamin Leroux Volnay 1er Cru 'Clos de la Cave des Ducs' is a medium-bodied, earthy and savoury red Burgundy.On the nose, aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and smoke linger, while on the palate, notes of cedar, dried herbs, and black tea lead to a balanced, velvety finish. With its intense aromatics and complexity, this is an excellent expression of Burgundy terroir.

EXPERT RATING

4.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Pinot Noir

ORIGINS

Winery: Benjamin Leroux

Region: Burgundy

Burgundy is a wine region located in the east-central part of France, renowned for its high-quality wines. It is one of the most famous and prestigious wine regions in the world, with a long history of winemaking that dates back to the Middle Ages. Burgundy has been producing wine since the Middle Ages, and its wines have been highly sought after since the 15th century. The region is divided into four main sub-regions: Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise. Each of these sub-regions has its own unique terroir and produces wines with distinct characteristics.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.4

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