2022 Domaine Jean-Marc Bouley Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets, Cote du Beaune

The 2022 Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets is the most elegant, ethereal premier cru in the cellar, wafting from the glass with a beautiful bouquet of raspberries and red plums mingled with bergamot, spices and rose petals. Medium to full-bodied, delicate and pure, with a satiny attack that segues into a layered mid-palate framed by ultra-refined tannins and lively acids, it concludes with a long, mineral finish.

96 points William Kelley robertparker.com Drink 2027-2050

Domaine Jean-Marc Bouley Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets from Côte de Beaune is a refined and sophisticated Pinot Noir that captures the elegance and depth of one of Volnay’s most prestigious Premier Cru vineyards. Les Caillerets, known for its stony, limestone-rich soils, produces wines with remarkable purity, precision, and minerality. Domaine Jean-Marc Bouley, led by the talented Thomas Bouley, is celebrated for its meticulous organic vineyard practices and minimal-intervention winemaking, resulting in wines that offer an authentic expression of terroir and exceptional aging potential.

Bright ruby in color, this Premier Cru opens with delicate aromas of red cherry, wild raspberry, and cranberry, complemented by floral notes of rose and violet, along with subtle hints of spice and crushed stone. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and finely textured, with layers of juicy red fruit, savory herbs, and a touch of earthiness. Silky tannins and vibrant acidity provide structure and elegance, leading to a long, mineral-driven finish with lingering notes of redcurrant and sweet spice.Les Caillerets pairs beautifully with roast duck, herb-crusted lamb, and dishes featuring wild mushrooms or truffle. It also complements soft-ripened cheeses like Brie de Meaux and Camembert. While approachable with some decanting in its youth, this wine truly rewards patience, evolving gracefully over 15–20 years to reveal even greater complexity and depth.Domaine Jean-Marc Bouley’s Volnay Les Caillerets is a quintessential Burgundy Premier Cru, offering a perfect balance of finesse and intensity—ideal for collectors and lovers of terroir-driven Pinot Noir.