2023, Maison Benjamin Leroux, VOLNAY, 1er Cru, 'Mitans'Not the deepest in colour, whereas the bouquet is beautifully expressive in a fragrant cherry and raspberry style. The fruit concentrates at the back of the palate and extends beautifully in a fine persistent finish. Drink from 2030 2037. Tasted Oct 2024. **** 92 94 Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy. The 2023 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru includes 10% whole bunch that actually seems like more on the nose. The palate is medium bodied with fleshy black

iodine and incense aromas unfurl in the glass

The palate is well balanced with a slightly creamy texture and fine acidity

Very fine nose - lifted - detailed

this combines gorgeously rich texture with mouthwatering salinity on the finish

91 Nicolas Greinacher

2024 blend is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon

slow and steady tannic construction that brings in graphite

I don’t remember tasting a Carruades quite like the 2022

This wine should be ready to drink fairly soon after release and will undoubtedly last for decades — impressive wine

Drinking Window: 2033 - 2047

The oak shows now but will integrate

Pretty mix of aromas