The 2023 Jean-Marc et Thomas Bouley Volnay 1er Cru Les Carelles Sous la Chapelle is a beautifully detailed Pinot Noir from a highly regarded Premier Cru site in Volnay. Located just below the village and adjacent to some of Volnay’s finest vineyards, Les Carelles Sous la Chapelle is known for producing wines that combine aromatic finesse with impressive depth and structure. The 2023 vintage highlights the vineyard’s elegance, purity and vibrant fruit character.
The nose is fragrant and expressive, revealing aromas of red cherry, wild raspberry and cranberry alongside notes of rose petal, violet and subtle baking spice. On the palate, it is silky and refined, with bright acidity, fine-grained tannins and precise red berry fruit. Delicate mineral nuances and savoury complexity add depth, leading to a long, graceful finish that reflects the charm and sophistication of Volnay.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding Burgundy for those who appreciate elegant, terroir-driven Pinot Noir. Its combination of perfume, freshness and structure makes it a superb match for roast duck, quail, pork loin or mushroom-based dishes. Enjoy now with careful decanting or cellar over the next 10–15 years as additional complexity and nuance emerge.
