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Domaine François Buffet Volnay 2017

Volnay AOC

Burgundian winemakers for over three centuries, the Buffet family produce a range of exceptional Burgundy on their Volnay estate in the Côte de Beaune. This superbly poised, subtle 2017 delivers delicate red fruit and many layers of leafy complexity.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Ripe berries, leafy undergrowth, mineral grip with silky tannins

Aroma

Raspberry, blackberry, rose petals, earthy notes, subtle spice

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Domaine François Buffet Volnay 2017

More information

  • 13.0% ABV
  • 9.75 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2030

When it comes to winemaking heritage, Marc-Olivier Buffet has centuries of it! His family first began growing grapes in 1692, making their domaine, tucked behind the village church, one of the oldest in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune. Volnay is the star appellation of this area (they also make Pommard and Savigny Lès Beaune), fabled for its sensationally silky, supple Pinot Noirs. In 2017, Marc-Olivier made the most of the excellent quality to produce a superb Burgundy with elegant, fragrant fruit. Berry and subtle rose petal aromas preface complex, ripe, red berries with silky tannins, a complex, earthy leafy layer and subtle spice from the 18 months in oak. A handsome partner for roast duck, a wild mushroom croustade or venison with ceps.

"The 2017 reds are very good, often excellent, and from time to time, bloody awesome" Neal Martin
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Map showing Volnay AOC
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