The 2022 Benjamin Leroux Volnay 1er Cru Santenots is a beautifully structured and finely detailed Pinot Noir from one of Volnay’s most powerful and age-worthy Premier Cru sites. Located on deeper clay-rich soils bordering Meursault, Santenots combines Volnay’s hallmark perfume and finesse with additional depth and tannin structure, qualities that suit Benjamin Leroux’s restrained and terroir-focused style exceptionally well. The nose reveals black cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry layered alongside rose petal, sweet spice and subtle earthy notes, giving the wine impressive complexity and lift.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with silky yet finely structured tannins, vibrant natural acidity and a tightly focused mineral core. Layers of red and dark berry fruit, savoury spice and delicate whole-bunch nuance are balanced by chalky tension and elegant texture, finishing long, poised and beautifully persistent with excellent precision and ageing potential.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2022 Benjamin Leroux Volnay 1er Cru Santenots is a superb Premier Cru Burgundy — refined, structured and beautifully expressive with outstanding depth and finesse. Perfect with roast duck, lamb, mushroom dishes, game birds or slow-cooked poultry dishes. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar through 2045+.
