Lucien Boillot et Fils
,Chevrey-Chambertin (Burgundy)
Volnay 1er Cru «Les Caillerets» AC
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Winemaker | Lucien Boillot et Fils |
| Alcohol | 13.5% vol. |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Noir |
| 75 cl | CHF 99.00 |
Winemaking
This vineyard is located below the village of Volnay on a slope with a south/southeast orientation. The vines grow on a clay-limestone soil with a fine structure and small pebbles, ensuring good drainage of the plot. The aging takes place in oak barrels, with a maximum of 30% new barrels, and lasts between 16 and 18 months, depending on the vintage. Bottling is done at the winery using gravity, without filtration or fining. The estate follows the principles of organic viticulture, with traditional soil cultivation, moderate yields, and the exclusive use of indigenous yeasts.
Our tasting note
Vibrant ruby red to light garnet red. Its aromas recall violets, blackcurrants, cherries, and with age, spices, game, and cooked plums. Its concentration and complexity express themselves in a delicate and nuanced manner. The finish is long and intense.
Lucien Boillot et Fils
Lucien Boillot... A big name from Burgundy that you may not be familiar with, as 85% of his bottles are exported abroad. Lucien represents the sixth generation of a winemaking family originally from Volnay. In 1950, the winemaker settled in the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin and began acquiring his first vineyards in the prestigious terroirs of the Premiers Crus. In the 1980s, the estate experienced significant growth thanks to the acquisition of several parcels and the inheritance of most of the Côte de Beaune appellations from his father. Back then, people spoke of exceptional terroirs for exceptional wines, located on both coasts and in the most renowned sites, especially in Pommard, Puligny-Montrachet, and Nuits-Saint-Georges. Today, Pierre Boillot has taken over from his father Lucien, who believed that «a great wine is something liberating.» This is an estate worth (re)discovering and keeping a close eye on, as, as you’ve likely noticed, its cuvées are exceptionally rare!
