2023 Vincent Girardin Volnay Vieilles Vignes Half Bottle (375ml)

The 2023 Vincent Girardin Volnay Vieilles Vignes is a beautifully elegant Pinot Noir sourced from old vines averaging around 65 years of age in several of Volnay’s finest village parcels. Long regarded as one of the most graceful villages of the Côte de Beaune, Volnay is celebrated for producing wines of perfume, finesse and silky texture, and this cuvée is a classic example of the appellation’s charm.

The nose reveals red cherry, raspberry and redcurrant alongside notes of violet and subtle spice. The palate is silky and refined, with vibrant red berry fruit supported by fine tannins and fresh acidity. Delicate earthy notes and a touch of mineral complexity add depth, while the finish is long, elegant and beautifully balanced.

Ben’s Recommendation:
A classic Volnay that showcases the elegance and femininity for which the village is famous. Perfumed, silky and highly food-friendly, it pairs beautifully with duck, roast chicken, pork loin and mushroom dishes. Enjoy now with a short decant, or cellar through 2035–2040 as it develops greater savoury complexity and finesse.