2021, Maison Benjamin Leroux, VOLNAY, 1er Cru, 'Santenots'One third whole bunch vinification. Rather more colour here, bright crimson, the whole bunches give more intensity to the bouquet, red berry alpine strawberry, and a juicy generous finish. This is really lovely in a medium intense setting and very persistent. The crop was 24 hl ha from a vine which never gives enormously. Superb. **** 92 94 Jasper Morris MW. The 2021 Volnay Santenots 1er Cru had a decent sized crop. Its nose presents open knit, red

orange zest infused entry

with a deep and lively core of fruit framed by sweet

Clean mineral notes extend the finish effortlessly

this has a fine grip and commands attention

remaining focused

as if the Merlot needs to “gee up” and impart more opulence and fruité

the Nicolas family led by Jean-Valmy

The limestone soils percolate and evince the estate's style under Joséphine Duffau Lagarrosse

Structured and layered with great freshness and charm

juicy and mouth-filling

Stunning aromatics

and first year with Juliette Couderc as technical director from beginning to end of the growing season