Wines Unspecified Domaine Sylvain Loichet - Volnay 1er Cru Taillepieds - 2017

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Domaine Sylvain Loichet’s Cuvée Volnay 1er Cru Taillepieds 2017 is a distinguished red Burgundy from one of the most respected villages of the Côte de Beaune. This Premier Cru hails exclusively from Pinot Noir, which is emblematic of the Volnay appellation. The Taillepieds climat is especially prized for its well-draining, stony soils that yield wines of finesse and structure. The 2017 vintage in Burgundy produced elegant and balanced wines, thanks to a relatively cool spring followed by a warm, dry summer; this resulted in fresh fruit character, polished tannins and a lovely sense of equilibrium. The vinification tends to be traditional, with careful extraction to preserve the precision and aromatic complexity that define this cuvée.

Burgundy as a whole is renowned for its mosaic of terroirs, and Volnay stands out for its silkiness and aromatic profile. The region’s limestone-rich soils and continental climate enable Pinot Noir to express an exceptional purity. Over centuries, Volnay has gained a reputation for producing wines of particular delicacy, often described as the most elegant reds of the Côte de Beaune, with a floral nose, red fruit and subtle earthy undertones. The Taillepieds site sits on an incline of fine marl and limestone gravel, imparting the wine with both depth and energy.

For food pairings, this Volnay 1er Cru’s supple tannins and bright red fruit make it a wonderful partner to refined dishes such as duck breast with a cherry reduction, roast chicken with wild mushrooms, or veal in a light jus. Classic Burgundian dishes like coq au vin or oeufs en meurette (eggs poached in red wine sauce) are excellent traditional matches. For cheese, opt for a soft and mild selection – think Brie de Meaux or a young Époisses.

For an optimal tasting experience, serve this wine at a temperature of 15-17°C. Decanting for 30 minutes will help the bouquet open, revealing the full array of nuanced aromas and the graceful texture that is characteristic of fine Volnay.