VOLNAY 1ER CRU CLOS DES CHENES

LOCATION
VOLNAY is located in the Southern part of Côte de Beaune.  CLOS DES CHENES is one of the most famous Premiers Crus of Volnay.

SURFACE
The Domaine GUYON wine area for VOLNAY 1er Cru Clos des Chênes covers 0.87 hectare (2.15 acres).

SOIL AND GRAPE VARIETY
Clay and limestone
100% Pinot Noir

HARVEST AND VINIFICATION
Hand-harvested, the grapes are then carried in small boxes and sorted out upon arrival at the winery.
Long fermentation during 20 days in wooden open vats, with punching down of the cap and temperature control.

AGEING
Ageing in oak barrels (30% new oak) and estate bottling after 16 months.

CHARACTER
Very nice and deep ruby robe with aromas of small red fruits.  Racy with a nice length in the mouth, this wine shows great richness and beautiful concentration.
This wine can be kept for 10/15 years.

SERVICE
To be served at 17°C with meat in sauce, roasted duck and most cheeses.