De Montille Volnay 1er cru Les Mitans 2011

90-92 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "(100% vendange entier; 20% new oak; small, concentrated berries from old vines): Good medium red. Lovely subtle perfume of cherry and raspberry liqueur lifted by a peppery element. Sweet, dense and lively but restrained on the palate, with distinctly dark flavors of blueberry, licorice and bitter chocolate. The brooding finish features broad, palate-coating tannins. I like the peppery stem element here as it contributes energy without overpowering the wine's fruit. (Jan/Feb 2013)"

89-92 points and 'Outstanding,' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "An intense spicy and floral nose of extract of dark pinot fruit is liberally laced with green tea hints. There is excellent mid-palate density to the delicious middle weight flavors that exude a fine minerality on the moderately complex and persistent finish. This is a classic Mitans. Drink: 2019+. (Apr 2013)"