2018 Volnay 1. Cru Santenots Ballot Millot

(from young vines situated in Les Plures). An appealingly fresh nose combines notes of various red berries with those of spice and discreet earth wisps. There is a lovely sense of underlying vibrancy to the intense, chiseled and stony flavors that terminate in a serious, firm and built-to-age finale. Lovely. 91/2030+

From Les Plures. Medium deep purple, a sunny warm rich fruit, youngish vines around 20 years old, fresh bright fruit, perhaps rose petals, no great intensity, while the tannins are relatively gracious. Medium length, with a pleasing sunshine feel.