2009 Volnay Caillerets 1. Cru Marquis d'Angerville

Pure, silky and harmonious, this red displays cherry, raspberry and mineral flavors, with just a hint of animal and earth. Turns sleeker and more tightly grained on the finish, where the saturated notes just keep on coming. Shows terrific energy. Best from 2015 through 2035.

This is also quite ripe with liqueur-like aromas of raspberry, cassis and plum that cannot hide the almost aggressive wet stone nuances that carry over to the detailed, mouth coating and intense flavors that possess impeccable balance and outstanding length on the gorgeously complex and seriously long finish. This is terrific and absolutely worth your consideration.

The estate's 2009 Volnay Les Caillerets is one of the more focused, vibrant wines in this lineup. Dark red fruit, mint and spices are some of the nuances that emerge in the glass. The Caillerets impresses for its drive and sheer energy, both qualities that should allow it to age gracefully for a number of years. D'Angerville's 0.5 hectare plot is at the top of the vineyard. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2039.

Bright deep red with ruby highlights. Black cherry and licorice on the nose. Dense and lively; not especially deep but racy, fine-grained and easygoing, and showing a sneaky intensity. Ultimately lush, sweet and seamless wine with suave tannins and surprising length. This will give early pleasure.