Volnay: Domaine Poulleau Les Grands Champs Red

The region of Burgundy, also known as Bourgogne, has a rich and opulent history. In the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, the Grand Duchy of Burgundy reached as far as Belgium and the North Sea, becoming renowned for its riches, culture, and wine. Building on vineyards planted by the Romans and later cultivated by medieval monks, the region established a winemaking legacy that endures today. Despite being geographically small, Burgundy produces some of the most expensive and sought-after wines in the world, its limestone soils lending them a uniquely appetising minerality that sets a Burgundy apart from its peers.

Known as the 'feminine' appellation of the Côte de Beaune for its elegant, silky wines, all Volnay is 100% Pinot Noir, with enough tannin to age well. Like its neighbours Pommard and Meursault, it has no Grand Cru but several Premier Crus. A young Volnay typically shows a silky texture and red-fruit aromas of cherry and strawberry, while the more structured, powerful vintages are best laid down for around ten years, developing seductive notes of leather and an incredibly long, lingering finish.