2023 Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay 1er Cru “Mitans”, Burgundy, FranceABOUT THIS WINE Pinot Noir planted in 1952 and 1976. The vineyard sits on a gentle slope facing southeast. Soils are moderately deep, brown clay on limestone bedrock. 250 meters elevation. 100% de stemmed, whole grape fermentation, indigenous yeast fermentation, 15% new oak, unfined, unfiltered. Frdric points out that the clay rich soils of Les Mitans are surprisingly light and springy when stepped on, a factor he strongly attributes to biodynamic

this cuvée epitomizes precision and transparency

Brillat-Savarin pairs well with Pale Ale and Champagne and sometimes with a Domaine Chandon Rosé or a Viognier

These yields

that lingers and inspires

Raphael Saint Cyr has expanded the estate’s offerings to include exceptional white wines like the Beaujolais Blanc

The 4 hectare property sits at 500 meters above sea level and has a magnificent view of Monte Amiata

natural yeast fermentation in oak vats with a 5 week maceration

with heatwaves of over 35 degrees some days

50% of oak used for aging is new

Vignettes is often the longest-lived of the Cibonne cuvées

focusing on expressing the elegance and minerality of the Côte des Blancs terroir

Their Grenache captures the vibrancy of coastal California while channeling the finesse and drinkability of great Southern Rhône reds