• Jean-Marc & Thomas Bouley
  • Volnay Clos De La Cave

    At a Glance

    • Size: 0.68 ha (1.68 ac)
    • Variety: Pinot Noir
    • Vine Age: Planted in 1961, 1975, 1998
    • Terroir: Steep slope behind the domaine, southeastern exposition. Well-draining, deep (7m), white-marl and sandy soil.
    • Viticulture: Sustainable, no herbicides or chemical fertilizers.
    • Vinification: 0-50% whole cluster, cooled to 14°C. 2-3 week ambient yeast fermentation in concrete or stainless steel tanks with gentle punch-downs and pump-overs. Aged 18 months on the lees in oak barrels (5-15% new). Racked in the spring and bottled one month later. No fining, no filtration. Minimal SO2.