Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay 1er Cru 'Les Caillerets'
Red wine
4.8
Expert Rating
0.0
Rarely Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay 1er Cru 'Les Caillerets' is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Michel Lafarge winery in the Volnay appellation of Burgundy, France. The vineyard is situated on a steep slope with a unique soil composition of limestone and clay, which imparts a distinct minerality to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques such as hand-harvesting and natural fermentation, resulting in a wine that is elegant, complex, and expressive of its terroir. The wine is characterized by its delicate aromas of red fruits, floral notes, and subtle spices, with a silky texture and a long, refined finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay 1er Cru 'Les Caillerets' is a remarkable expression of Burgundy terroir.The nose reveals aromas of dark fruits, dried herbs, and toasted oak. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with rich tannins and a long, elegant finish. Notes of blackberries, cassis, and earth linger on the palate. Overall, this is a superb Volnay with plenty of complexity and structure to please the most discerning of palates.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2052
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Domaine Michel Lafarge
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.