X Monnot Volnay 1er Cru Clos Des Chenes 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
X Monnot
Label Name:
 
Volnay 1er Cru Clos Des Chenes
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Volnay, Côte de Beaune (Burgundy)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.8%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator 93 (2021). Importer/tech-sheet score 93 (Winebow); positive review from Burgundy-Report

Tasting Note
Perfumed red cherry and strawberry with violet florals, subtle spice and limestone minerality; silky texture, bright acidity, fine supple tannins and a medium-long, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roasted duck breast, mushroom risotto, roast chicken, grilled salmon, charcuterie and aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, miso-glazed salmon, teriyaki beef, sukiyaki, char siu pork, shiitake stir-fry.

Production Method
Hand-harvested Pinot Noir; traditional Burgundian vinification and élevage, aged 12–14 months in French oak (30–35% new).

Vineyard Info
Domaine Xavier Monnot (Meursault-based), ~42-acre family domaine. Clos des Chênes parcel c.2 acres; vines planted 1936 and 1978. Producer bottles under Xavier Monnot since mid-2000s.