The 2024 Domaine de la Pousse d’Or Volnay Premier Cru Clos des 60 Ouvrées Magnum is a vineyard-specific Pinot Noir from Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, presented in a 1500ml bottle. Clos des 60 Ouvrées is an estate monopole within the Premier Cru Les Caillerets, near the boundary with Meursault. Its walled vineyard combines marl with limestone-rich clay and scree, providing the foundation for a wine associated with depth, perfume and fine texture. The name recalls the historic Burgundian unit of land that one vineyard worker could cultivate in a day. This is one of the domaine’s signature Volnay bottlings, with a strong connection to its origins.
The 2024 offers an aromatic profile centred on red berries, floral perfume and mineral detail. JamesSuckling.com’s published tasting-note preview identifies red berries, roses, moss and mineral notes, while contemporary merchant descriptions highlight raspberry, violet and earthy complexity. Expect a medium-bodied Pinot Noir with bright acidity, fine tannins and a persistent, savoury finish. Its appeal lies in the interplay between delicate aromatics and underlying structure, a combination that makes this vineyard particularly interesting to follow with age. The magnum contains the equivalent of two standard bottles and offers an attractive format for sharing this Premier Cru over a special meal.
Ben’s Recommendation:
What makes this bottle particularly appealing is the combination of a distinctive Volnay monopole and the magnum format. Larger bottles generally develop more slowly, making this a thoughtful choice for someone building a Burgundy cellar or setting aside wine for a future occasion. I would provisionally aim to enjoy it from approximately 2030 through 2040, assuming careful storage, checking its development along the way. Earlier bottles should emphasise fruit and floral character, while further ageing may bring woodland and savoury complexity. If opening young, allow around an hour of air and use generous Burgundy glasses. Roast duck, guinea fowl, veal or mushroom dishes would complement its perfume and fine structure beautifully.
