96 points Tim Atkin, MW (Decanter): "The 300-metre rows in the domaine's 4ha of Champans run from the top to the bottom of the slope, taking in both brown and red soils. The result is a very complete, self-assured expression of the premier cru, showing the focus and delicacy of a classic Volnay. Silly, sweet and shimmering on the palate, it has very good depth and the concentration to age. Drinking Window: 2025-2032. (Nov 2018)"
91-95 points Jasper Morris, MW (Inside Burgundy): "Medium dense purple, the nose has gone missing for the moment. But the palate is absolutely gorgeous, beautifully multi-layered and with the requisite velvet texture. And lovely detailed alpine strawberry notes at the back. Far from a monster but very lovely. Tasted: November 2018. (Nov 2018)"
92-94 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2017 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru is tasted from two barrels. It demonstrates wonderful grace and precision with mineral-infused cranberry and wild strawberry fruit. There is a sense of vitality and sophistication here. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain tannin. The oak is beautifully integrated, notes of orange rind and even just a subtle touch of honey towards the relatively powerful and sustained finish that just feels audacious. Wonderful. Drink: 2022-2040. (Jan 2019)"
91-94 points/'Sweet spot,' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from a huge 3.98 ha parcel). Once again there is a highly appealing freshness to the essence of red cherry, raspberry and floral elements, the latter of which is reflected by the sleek and relatively refined medium-bodied flavors that possess excellent punch on the beautifully persistent though markedly structured finish. This isn't as refined as the Caillerets but there is slightly better mid-palate density. Drink: 2029+. (Apr 2019)"
91-93 points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "The 2017 Volnay 1er Cru Les Champans was showing especially well, bursting with expressive aromas of rose petal, ripe wild berries, blood orange rind and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, rich and textural, with a layered core of concentrated fruit, fine structuring tannins and a long finish. The suppleness of the vintage has tempered Champans' tendency to structural muscularity but not its fleshy fruit, making for a delightful gourmand wine. (Jan 2019)"
92 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "A polished style, with dark fruit flavors of black currant and blueberry, marked by solid tannins. Supple and fruity midpalate, tightening up on the long, earth- and mineral-tinged finish. Best from 2022 through 2035. (2020)"
91-95 points Jasper Morris, MW (Inside Burgundy): "Medium dense purple, the nose has gone missing for the moment. But the palate is absolutely gorgeous, beautifully multi-layered and with the requisite velvet texture. And lovely detailed alpine strawberry notes at the back. Far from a monster but very lovely. Tasted: November 2018. (Nov 2018)"
92-94 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2017 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru is tasted from two barrels. It demonstrates wonderful grace and precision with mineral-infused cranberry and wild strawberry fruit. There is a sense of vitality and sophistication here. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain tannin. The oak is beautifully integrated, notes of orange rind and even just a subtle touch of honey towards the relatively powerful and sustained finish that just feels audacious. Wonderful. Drink: 2022-2040. (Jan 2019)"
91-94 points/'Sweet spot,' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from a huge 3.98 ha parcel). Once again there is a highly appealing freshness to the essence of red cherry, raspberry and floral elements, the latter of which is reflected by the sleek and relatively refined medium-bodied flavors that possess excellent punch on the beautifully persistent though markedly structured finish. This isn't as refined as the Caillerets but there is slightly better mid-palate density. Drink: 2029+. (Apr 2019)"
91-93 points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "The 2017 Volnay 1er Cru Les Champans was showing especially well, bursting with expressive aromas of rose petal, ripe wild berries, blood orange rind and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, rich and textural, with a layered core of concentrated fruit, fine structuring tannins and a long finish. The suppleness of the vintage has tempered Champans' tendency to structural muscularity but not its fleshy fruit, making for a delightful gourmand wine. (Jan 2019)"
92 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "A polished style, with dark fruit flavors of black currant and blueberry, marked by solid tannins. Supple and fruity midpalate, tightening up on the long, earth- and mineral-tinged finish. Best from 2022 through 2035. (2020)"
| Product SKU | 345996 |
| Producer | d'Angerville |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| SubRegion | Côtes de Beaune |
| Appellation | Volnay |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Designation | Premier Cru |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
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