The 2020 Volnay Carelle Sous La Chapelle 1er Cru has slightly darker fruit, cranberry and touches of blackcurrant, very well defined with nicely integrated oak. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle grip, lightly spiced with a gentle grip on the saline finish. Good potential.
A more deeply pitched nose offers up its layered array of plum, dark currant, earth and a plethora of discreet spice nuances. The elegant, pure and lightly stony middle weight flavors also possess a highly refined mouthfeel before culminating in a youthfully austere and sneaky long finish. This too is really lovely. (Drink starting 2027).