Volnay AOC 2022 Pierrick Bouley

What kind of wine is it?

Volnay by Pierrick Bouley is a red wine made from Pinot Noir produced in Burgundy, crafted from grapes harvested in various plots of the Volnay commune. The style focuses on elegance and complexity, with a balanced structure and fine tannins, designed to highlight aromatic definition and precision. Vinification begins without the addition of sulfur dioxide to preserve the fruit aromas and continues with fermentation in vats and maturation in barrique, maintaining a technical profile in line with its origin.

Where does it come from?

Volnay is located in Burgundy and is the reference terroir for this Pinot Noir produced by Pierrick Bouley. The grapes come from an overall area divided into the plots of Gigotte, Grands Champs, Paquier, Luret, Echard, Pluchots, and Chanlins. The presence of several cultivation sites in the same area allows for a nuanced expression of the region, while maintaining a strong link to origin and a recognizable stylistic line.

How is it produced?

Harvesting is manual, following a careful selection of the grapes to start vinification with control. The initial processing takes place without sulfur dioxide, a choice that aims to preserve fresh and clear aromas. Fermentation is carried out with density and temperature control, starting with the first phase of alcoholic fermentation in vats. The wine then matures for 12 months in barrique, a stage contributing finesse and tannin integration without distorting the Pinot Noir's profile.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it shows an intense red color. The nose reveals notes of ripe red fruits, followed by delicate spices and a hint of vanilla from maturation in wood. On the palate, it offers a silky, harmonious texture with balance between acidity and tannins and a steady progression. The finish is persistent and aromatic, with echoes of fruit and spice.

Pairings

Pairs well with richly flavored and well-structured dishes such as roast red meats, dishes based on mushrooms, and aged cheeses. Its texture and calibrated tannins support succulence and cooking methods, enhancing consistency and depth without compromising aromatic definition.

When to serve it

Ideal for refined gatherings and elegant dinners, when looking for a red wine that combines elegance, complexity, and measured structure. Its fine tannins and balance between freshness and maturity make it suitable both for accompanying a full meal and for highlighting main courses of meat or mushrooms. Perfect when seeking a distinctly aromatic profile and continuous sipping, with fine tannins, balance, and good persistence.