Domaine Y.Clerget - Volnay 1er cru - Les Santenots - Red - 2022

Wine:

Produced from just 68 ares, the 2022 Red Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots is likely the most powerful Volnay from the estate. In this accomplished vintage, it offers a generous, textured wine that is both delicate and firm. A promising potential for aging is evident.

Vinification:

Hand harvested from 40-year-old vines.

Color:

Intense ruby red.

Nose:

Beautiful black fruit flavors mixed with spicy notes.

Palate:

A powerful wine with magnificent juice, great texture, both delicate and firm.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Bresse capon, roast quail, fillet of beef with wine merchant sauce, farmhouse veal chop with mushrooms.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032 and beyond for enthusiasts

The Clerget family, rooted in Burgundy since the 13th century, has been carrying on their winemaking legacy with heart and passion. For nearly a decade now, Domaine Yvon Clerget has been under the stewardship of Thibaud, the brilliant son of the family, who is doing exemplary work.

With intelligence and patience, this exceptional winemaker crafts wines from 6 hectares that are full-bodied, expressive, and perfectly aligned with their terroirs: Meursault, Vougeot, Corton, Pommard, and of course, the heart of the estate, Volnay!