91-94 points Jasper Morris, MW: "Brisk fresh purple, red clay here, the nose promises well, this has medium density on the palate with a certain grace and elegance, while still compact. Tannins have ripened nicely, and this finishes very well. A velvet touch at the finish and red fruit rather than black. (Dec 2019)"
92+ points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "The 2018 Volnay 1er Cru Les Carelles was quite reserved when I tasted it from barrel, and it's the same way from bottle, unwinding with a youthfully reserved bouquet of ripe berries, licorice and dark chocolate, deftly framed by a discreet touch of oak. Medium to full-bodied, bright and tightly wound, it has gained in energy and precision with élevage, but it still needs some time in bottle to show all its cards. Drink: 2026-2050. (Jan 2021)"
18.5/20 points Bourgogne Aujourd'hui: "Great power on the nose with notes of black fruits and thyme. The palate is rich and velvety with an incredible grain of tannin and sweet length; top!"
92+ points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "The 2018 Volnay 1er Cru Les Carelles was quite reserved when I tasted it from barrel, and it's the same way from bottle, unwinding with a youthfully reserved bouquet of ripe berries, licorice and dark chocolate, deftly framed by a discreet touch of oak. Medium to full-bodied, bright and tightly wound, it has gained in energy and precision with élevage, but it still needs some time in bottle to show all its cards. Drink: 2026-2050. (Jan 2021)"
18.5/20 points Bourgogne Aujourd'hui: "Great power on the nose with notes of black fruits and thyme. The palate is rich and velvety with an incredible grain of tannin and sweet length; top!"
| Product SKU | 337404 |
| Producer | Bouley/Jean-Marc |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| SubRegion | Côtes de Beaune |
| Appellation | Volnay |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Designation | Premier Cru |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 14.1% |
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