The 2022 Louis Billard Volnay Premier Cru En Chevret is a beautifully elegant Pinot Noir from one of Volnay’s most respected Premier Cru vineyards. Situated on the limestone-rich slopes above the village, En Chevret is renowned for producing wines of finesse, perfume and remarkable ageing potential. The excellent 2022 vintage delivered superb ripeness and concentration while preserving the freshness and precision that define great Volnay, resulting in a wine of exceptional balance and sophistication.
The nose reveals wild strawberry, red cherry and raspberry alongside notes of rose petal, violet and delicate spice. The palate is silky and beautifully layered, with vibrant red berry fruit supported by fine-grained tannins and bright natural acidity. Hints of crushed stone, forest floor and subtle savoury complexity add depth, while the finish is long, graceful and effortlessly refined. The wine captures the hallmark elegance of Volnay while offering the structure and persistence expected from a Premier Cru site.
Ben’s Recommendation:
A superb Premier Cru Burgundy that showcases the charm and refinement of Volnay at its finest. Perfumed, silky and highly food-friendly, it pairs beautifully with duck, roast chicken, veal, game birds and mushroom-based cuisine. Enjoy with a short decant if drinking now, or cellar through 2042–2050 as it develops greater savoury complexity, truffle notes and classic Burgundian nuance.
