This is Thomas Bouley’s favourite plot. “I love this vineyard,” he says. “We’re in mid-slope, and favourably exposed (facing south-east) to hasten ripening. Beautiful red soil, clay with iron. Not famous, but you have everything to make great wine here.” The vines are now over 25 years old, reaching maturity, and clusters were 100% de-stemmed for the 2021 fermentation. “Thanks to a great de-stemmer, whole berries go into the vats, allowing for intra-cellular fermentation, and crunchy fruitiness,” said Thomas. Colour is medium-deep, aromas finely fragrant. There is ample richness, with dense mid-palate and powerful tannins sustaining an impressive, long aftertaste (for drinking 2024-2032+).
2021 Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle, Domaine Jean-Marc Bouley
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Winemaker:Domaine Jean-Marc Bouley