The only mainstream Burgundy commune except Beaune with more premier cru than village AOC, Volnay can thank its exceptional geology - high, outcropping limestone - for numerous natural advantages: refined aromatics, excellent ripeness (the earliest Côte de Beaune harvest date for red wines), protection from wind, frost and fog. Among Volnay`s new generation today we believe Pascal Roblet is unmatched in his commitment to making large-scale wines which fulfil the highest potential of this commume. Draconian yields, extended vatting times and perfectionist élevage give wines of uncommon intensity and structure. From simple Volnay to premier cru Taillepieds, Roblet bottles stand out in blind tastings for their high-energy flavours, good acidity and long-term tannins. A rising star.
