2012 Volnay 1. Cru Les Fremiets Henri Boillot

Tobacco, white pepper, smoke, black fruit, spices, licorice and new leather are some of the notes that inform the exotic, intensely aromatic 2012 Volnay Fremiets. The 2012 is marked by a distinct sense of push and pull between the intensity of the fruit and more rustic, earthy elements that are present. The 2012 is burly and a bit rough around the edges, but intriguing in its own way. 2019 - 2032

This is noticeably more elegant with a lovely nose that is cool and pure with essence of ripe red currant, cherry and floral nuances. There is a highly seductive mouth feel to the lush and mouth coating medium weight flavors that exude a fine minerality on the complex, balanced and impressively persistent finish. Like all of the best wines in the range, this too benefits from the refinement of the supporting structure. 2020+