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Volnay

Burgundy

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Côte d’Or & Côte Chalonnaise

Volnay is Burgundy at its most perfumed and graceful, producing silky, ethereal Pinot Noir from the heart of the Côte de Beaune. These are wines of finesse rather than power, and they have a way of making every tasting feel special.

The wines of Volnay are made primarily from Pinot Noir.

226–371 m

Elevation range

red

Wine styles

29 Premier Crus

Avg. slope 5.4°

12 Vineyards

Avg. slope 3°

Vineyard Map

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Nearby Appellations

To the north Pommard

To the west Monthélie

To the south Meursault

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Terroir & Character

Climate

Volnay benefits from a slightly warmer microclimate than its neighbors due to optimal sun exposure on its south-facing amphitheater of slopes, while being protected from harsh winds by the hill of Monthélie to the west.

Terroir

LimestoneMarl

Volnay sits on Jurassic limestone bedrock from the Bathonian period, overlaid with iron-rich red marl soils that contain fossilized marine sediments. The limestone base provides excellent drainage while allowing roots to penetrate deep, and the iron content in the marl gives the distinctive reddish-brown color to many vineyard plots.

Typical Aromas

red cherryvioletraspberrysilkfine spice
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Notable Producers

Marquis d'AngervilleBenchmark Volnay, Clos des Ducs monopole
Domaine des Comtes LafonTop Volnay, Santenots and Champans
Domaine de MontilleElegant, age-worthy Volnay and Pommard

Grapes of Volnay

Pinot Noir

Red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
strawberryraspberryred cherryviolet

The benchmark Pinot Noir. Côte de Nuits leans structured and dark-cherried, Côte de Beaune turns perfumed and supple, both ageing into forest floor and truffle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Volnay known for?▼
Volnay is known for producing Burgundy's most perfumed and graceful Pinot Noir wines from the heart of the Côte de Beaune. These wines are celebrated for their finesse and elegance rather than power, creating an ethereal drinking experience.
What does Volnay wine taste like?▼
Volnay wines are silky, ethereal, and perfumed with exceptional finesse. They emphasize elegance and grace over power, offering a refined and delicate expression of Pinot Noir that makes every tasting feel special.
What grapes are grown in Volnay?▼
Volnay produces exclusively Pinot Noir wines. As a red wine appellation in Burgundy, it focuses entirely on this single grape variety.
How many premier crus does Volnay have?▼
Volnay has 29 premier crus. This substantial number of premier cru vineyards reflects the appellation's quality and diversity of terroir.
What soil types are found in Volnay?▼
Volnay's vineyards are planted on limestone and marl soils. These soil types contribute to the elegant and refined character of the wines produced in this appellation.

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